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FranklinWH is a rapidly expanding company determined to become the leader in the global energy home storage system (ESS) industry. FranklinWH offers whole home energy solutions typically coupled with solar PV systems, bringing households into the modern all-electric future. Though founded by experts in power electronics, BMS and EMS, FranklinWH is equally focused on energy management software while also providing top level service to our partners and customers. FranklinWH is expanding its global footprint, relying on an industry leading supply chain. This is an exciting time to be at a fast-growing company in a fast-accelerating industry.
Position Summary
The Channel Marketing Manager leads the marketing team's relationships with distribution partners, installation partners, and industry organizations across the United States. This role supports local and regional marketing initiatives by organizing and partnering with cross-departmental internal teams while closely collaborating with other members of the marketing team. The position manages marketing initiatives on local, regional, and national levels throughout the territory and partners closely with various partners and organizations to create opportunities for FranklinWH to reach its target audiences.
Operating from a mindset of organized reliability, collaboration, and creativity are crucial for success in this role. Assertive and confident relationship building, sales, marketing, and negotiation techniques are a must.
The Channel Marketing Manager is part of the brand marketing team, reports to the Director of Marketing, and works closely with sales, product management team, and other cross-departmental contributors.
Responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Distribution and Installer Partner Relationship Development and Management
- Lead the marketing team's development and nurturing of relationships with distribution and installation partners in the US territory to align with company strategy
- Own the development and execution of partner co-marketing programs and reach predetermined goals for the Brand Marketing Department by developing strong relationships with distribution and installer partners
- Be the conduit between local and regional partners and various FranklinWH departments
- Track and report to internal teams on success of partnerships, including but not limited to engagement, budgets, and ROI
Local/Regional Marketing Initiatives
- Lead FranklinWH's marketing to increase local customer engagement and strengthen the bonds between all external audiences in the region
- Own the development, management, and execution of local/regional marketing initiatives to support regional customer engagement and company branding goals
- Collaborate closely with key external stakeholders to understand market position and determine best steps for local/regional marketing initiatives
- Build and manage relationships with national and regional industry organizations in alignment with marketing and sales goals
- Collaborate with the marketing and sales team to develop, manage, and execute marketing initiatives that stem from partnerships with industry organizations
- Create a clear connection between the support of industry organizations and the goals of the marketing and sales to keep consistent alignment with departments' strategy
- Assist in development of marketing-related content by conducting customer interviews, etc.
- Uphold the reputation of FranklinWH through thoughtful collaboration with industry organizations
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Proven ability to hold oneself accountable to reach immediate goals and long-term visions when creating results-driven partnerships
- Ability to comprehensively understand the strategy and connect to relationship-building initiatives
- Highly organized, creative, and self-directed with capability to build collaborative relationships at all levels of an organization
- Assertive and exceptional interpersonal, oral, presentation, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated strong performance in analytical, innovative, and critical thinking, strategy, and collaboration
- Eager to work with internal teams outside of marketing and collaborate to reach goals
- Able to maintain flexibility in fast-paced, changing environments with a forward-looking perspective
- Quick learner with aptitude to self-teach new skills and eagerness to learn from others
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or similar
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales or relationship-building roles
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in marketing with a focus on customer engagement
- Preferred minimum of 2 years of experience in the solar or renewable energy industry
- Bilingual proficiency - candidates who are conversational in English/Spanish are preferred
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
FranklinWH offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance programs
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick days
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Travel per diem for business travel
FranklinWH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
LOCATION
San Jose (On-site)
JOB TYPE
Full-time - US
Experience
3+ years
POSTED
May 6, 2026
INTRODUCTION
FranklinWH is a rapidly expanding company determined to become the leader in the global energy home storage system (ESS) industry. FranklinWH offers whole home energy solutions typically coupled with solar PV systems, bringing households into the modern all-electric future. Though founded by experts in power electronics, BMS and EMS, FranklinWH is equally focused on energy management software while also providing top level service to our partners and customers. FranklinWH is expanding its global footprint, relying on an industry leading supply chain. This is an exciting time to be at a fast-growing company in a fast-accelerating industry.
Position Summary
The Channel Marketing Manager leads the marketing team's relationships with distribution partners, installation partners, and industry organizations across the United States. This role supports local and regional marketing initiatives by organizing and partnering with cross-departmental internal teams while closely collaborating with other members of the marketing team. The position manages marketing initiatives on local, regional, and national levels throughout the territory and partners closely with various partners and organizations to create opportunities for FranklinWH to reach its target audiences.
Operating from a mindset of organized reliability, collaboration, and creativity are crucial for success in this role. Assertive and confident relationship building, sales, marketing, and negotiation techniques are a must.
The Channel Marketing Manager is part of the brand marketing team, reports to the Director of Marketing, and works closely with sales, product management team, and other cross-departmental contributors.
Responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Distribution and Installer Partner Relationship Development and Management
- Lead the marketing team's development and nurturing of relationships with distribution and installation partners in the US territory to align with company strategy
- Own the development and execution of partner co-marketing programs and reach predetermined goals for the Brand Marketing Department by developing strong relationships with distribution and installer partners
- Be the conduit between local and regional partners and various FranklinWH departments
- Track and report to internal teams on success of partnerships, including but not limited to engagement, budgets, and ROI
Local/Regional Marketing Initiatives
- Lead FranklinWH's marketing to increase local customer engagement and strengthen the bonds between all external audiences in the region
- Own the development, management, and execution of local/regional marketing initiatives to support regional customer engagement and company branding goals
- Collaborate closely with key external stakeholders to understand market position and determine best steps for local/regional marketing initiatives
- Build and manage relationships with national and regional industry organizations in alignment with marketing and sales goals
- Collaborate with the marketing and sales team to develop, manage, and execute marketing initiatives that stem from partnerships with industry organizations
- Create a clear connection between the support of industry organizations and the goals of the marketing and sales to keep consistent alignment with departments' strategy
- Assist in development of marketing-related content by conducting customer interviews, etc.
- Uphold the reputation of FranklinWH through thoughtful collaboration with industry organizations
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Proven ability to hold oneself accountable to reach immediate goals and long-term visions when creating results-driven partnerships
- Ability to comprehensively understand the strategy and connect to relationship-building initiatives
- Highly organized, creative, and self-directed with capability to build collaborative relationships at all levels of an organization
- Assertive and exceptional interpersonal, oral, presentation, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated strong performance in analytical, innovative, and critical thinking, strategy, and collaboration
- Eager to work with internal teams outside of marketing and collaborate to reach goals
- Able to maintain flexibility in fast-paced, changing environments with a forward-looking perspective
- Quick learner with aptitude to self-teach new skills and eagerness to learn from others
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or similar
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales or relationship-building roles
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in marketing with a focus on customer engagement
- Preferred minimum of 2 years of experience in the solar or renewable energy industry
- Bilingual proficiency - candidates who are conversational in English/Spanish are preferred
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
FranklinWH offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance programs
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick days
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- Travel per diem for business travel
FranklinWH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
LOCATION
San Jose (On-site)
JOB TYPE
Full-time - US
Experience
3+ years
POSTED
May 6, 2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Channel Marketing Manager
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Pull the O*NET profile for Channel Marketing Manager and confirm your job duties require a degree in a specific field, not just any bachelor's. Vague job descriptions weaken the specialty occupation argument at USCIS adjudication.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Channel Marketing Manager roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're applying to companies with a demonstrated sponsorship track record, not just open headcount.
Benchmark your salary against prevailing wage tiers
Run your target metro and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your employer must certify at least the prevailing wage on the LCA, and Level I wages are often challenged for senior channel roles.
Flag channel marketing scope during interviews
Interviewers in channel roles sometimes conflate this with general marketing coordinator work. Emphasize partner program architecture, MDF management, or reseller enablement to reinforce that the position requires specialized degree-level expertise, which strengthens the H-1B petition.
Negotiate your start date around the cap timeline
H-1B cap petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start. If you're hired outside that window, confirm whether the employer will file in the next registration cycle or pursue a cap-exempt workaround before signing an offer.
Clarify who owns the filing fees upfront
USCIS prohibits employees from paying certain H-1B filing fees that are the employer's legal obligation. Get written confirmation of fee responsibility before your offer is finalized, especially for premium processing, which employers frequently pass to candidates informally.
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Find Channel Marketing Manager JobsChannel Marketing Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Channel Marketing Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Channel Marketing Manager is a specialty occupation under H-1B rules because it typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in marketing, business, communications, or a related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title, so your offer letter and job description should clearly reflect degree-level analytical and strategic responsibilities rather than general coordinator tasks.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for channel marketing roles?
Enterprise technology, software, and hardware companies with partner or reseller programs sponsor most consistently because they have dedicated HR and legal infrastructure for H-1B filings. Smaller channel-focused agencies or startups may sponsor but often lack prior LCA filing history. Browse Migrate Mate to identify Channel Marketing Manager roles filtered by employers with documented H-1B sponsorship activity.
How does the Labor Condition Application affect my channel marketing job offer?
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. The LCA locks in your work location, job title, and wage level. If your channel role spans multiple offices or requires significant travel to partner sites, the employer may need to file multiple LCAs covering each worksite location.
Can I switch employers mid-year on an H-1B while working in channel marketing?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a non-frivolous H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided you have been in valid H-1B status. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA for the channel marketing role at your new worksite and wage level before submitting the transfer petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if my channel marketing position is reclassified or restructured?
A material change in job duties, work location, or wage level requires your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Promotions from Channel Marketing Manager to a director-level role, or a shift from regional to global responsibilities, typically trigger an amendment. Working under a materially changed role without amending the petition puts your status at risk.
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