Sales Event Coordinator

Canadian Solar Inc. is seeking a Sales Events Coordinator in Cape Town, South Africa. The role involves creating sales materials, coordinating customer events, and supporting sales initiatives. Candidates should have a tertiary qualification in Events Management and at least 2 years of experience. The position offers a hybrid work model, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional development within a sustainable company focused on renewable energy.
At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

Sales Events Coordinator

Cape Town, South Africa | Full-time

We are looking for a Sales Events Coordinator to join our team in Cape Town, South Africa, where they will be working on the following tasks:

Main Responsibilities
• Creating and updating sales materials like brochures, flyers, banners.
• Sales mailings and social media activities
• Coordinate and deliver customer-facing sales events
• Analyse and compile customer survey feedback
• Assist with targeted sales campaigns
• Support local sales initiatives
• Management of external resources / printers / collateral providers / collateral inventory

Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge
• Tertiary qualification in Events Management
• Minimum 2 years’ industry experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Familiarity CRM Tools (SAP and Dynamics) is advantageous

COMPETENCIES NEEDED TO SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE
• Strong Teamwork together with intercultural skills
• Effective planning and organization
• Accountability and eagerness to learn
• Able to work 40 hours per week

LANGUAGES
• Fluency in English

What We Offer
• The atmosphere: A modern work environment, brimming with positive energy, healthy growth, and diverse teams
• Additional benefits: Attractive salary package, including company benefits such as, subsidies for childcare and more
• Balance: Hybrid work (working from home/at the office), flexible hours, and 22 days of vacation, as well as days off for special occasions
• Prospects: Individual professional development programs, training, and workshops
• Opportunities to influence the way we work: The freedom to contribute your own ideas and play a key role in shaping the future of our company
• Sustainability: Efforts include our zero waste office program, systematic recycling, planting trees and regular beach clean-ups
• Our rationale: Solar energy as a sustainable energy source, enabling the world to switch to clean, renewable energy

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