Market Research Analyst

  • Full-time

Company Description

The world’s population is growing by an average of 80 million annually; with that swell in population, there is a natural surge in energy demand. The sun offers limitless potential, but capturing its power and efficiently converting it to cost-effective electricity is key. That potential is already coming to fruition in the United States, where in the last year, solar has represented a majority of all new electric generating capacity. We have the opportunity to build on that momentum, and we seek talented people to help us drive that growth.

JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) is a global leader in photovoltaic module manufacturing, distributing its products and solutions to a diversified international utility, commercial, and residential customer base spanning 70 countries. In the United States, JinkoSolar has deployed more than 2.5 GW of modules and currently holds top market share position. JinkoSolar has a vertically integrated solar product value chain, with an annual capacity of 3.5 GW for silicon ingots and wafers, 3 GW for solar cells, and 6 GW for solar modules. The company also sells electricity in China, and has connected approximately 1,007 MW of solar power projects to the grid. JinkoSolar has over 15,000 employees across its 5 production sites in China, Malaysia, Portugal, and South Africa and 12 global sales offices.

Job Description

JinkoSolar’s Market Research Analyst will report to the Business Development Director by performing analysis on the solar market, researching high priority market opportunities and prospects, and tracking market news and project announcements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct research to generate actionable market insights and identify new prospects
  • Analyze forward looking market data, pricing, and competitive landscape
  • Monitor market news and project announcements
  • Track policies including rebates, tax incentives, RECs, utility rate tariffs, and net metering
  • Analyze viability of business in existing state markets and new geographical markets
  • Create and manage relationships with utilities, government officials, and industry groups

Qualifications

  • 2 years of experience as an analyst, preferably in solar
  • Detail oriented; excellent organizational skills
  • Analytical and strong quantitative skills
  • Independent and self-motivated
  • Strong interpersonal skills; commitment to contribute to positive team morale
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Successful in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in quantitative or science 

Additional Information

JinkoSolar's US headquarters is located in San Francisco, CA.