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.
We’re looking for an energetic Junior Project Manager to join our Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Turnkey Projects Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to grow in the solar PV and battery storage (PV+BESS) industry while gaining hands-on experience in project coordination, customer service, and operational support.
In this role, you’ll support our senior project managers in keeping projects running smoothly, from planning and execution to customer service, sales support, logistics, and procurement. It’s a varied position where you’ll learn across different business areas, all while helping deliver clean energy solutions in Europe.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Support & Coordination
- Assist in planning timelines, budgets, and deliverables for solar and storage projects.
- Keep track of project progress and coordinate between internal teams (Sales, Tech, Legal, Finance, Logistics).
- Maintain project records and documentation in our CRM and reporting tools.
- Support customer communication with updates and follow-ups.
Customer Service & Helpdesk
- Be a friendly first point of contact for customer queries.
- Track issues, coordinate solutions, and ensure timely responses.
- Help strengthen long-term relationships with clients.
Inside Sales & Commercial Support
- Assist sales with quotations, proposals, and tender documents.
- Coordinate with suppliers and procurement to ensure materials are delivered on time.
- Contribute to demand planning and forecasting.
Procurement, Logistics & MRP
- Support purchase order follow-ups and supplier communication.
- Help with logistics scheduling, delivery tracking, and customs processes.
- Maintain accuracy in MRP/ERP systems.
Professional Qualifications:
- 1–3 years of experience in project coordination, customer service, logistics, procurement, or a similar role.
- A degree or diploma in business, engineering, or another relevant field.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
- A team player who is proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.
- Experience in renewable energy, engineering, or technical project environments.
- Knowledge of ERP/CRM systems (SAP, MS Project, Salesforce, or similar).
- Additional European languages.
- A basic understanding of solar PV, BESS, or energy markets.
Languages
- Spanish and English – fluent, written & spoken
- German and/or Italian preferable
- Please submit your CV 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 28 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, bee keeping, 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