Director of Business Development
Director of Business Development
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Group14 Technologies: An Elemental Approach to Better Batteries
Group14 is pioneering the silicon battery era to help meet the surging global demand for energy. Between our headquarters and factories in Washington State our silane factory in Germany and the joint venture factory in South Korea Group14 enables battery manufacturers and worldleading OEMs in automotive consumer electronics and beyond to achieve transformational performance.
Our advanced silicon battery material SCC55 replaces the graphite traditionally used in rechargeable batteries unlocking radical performance benefits for applications from AIenabled smartphones and data centers to EVs and eVTOLs. As the worlds leading commercial manufacturer of advanced silicon battery materials Group14 is strengthening the global battery supply chain with a growing network of factories worldwide.
WERE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD
The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. Our team and everyone at our company is committed to cultivating a more sustainably powered world with solutions for today not years from now.
The Director of Business Development will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to expand the companys market share and revenue. They will work closely with the program management customer technical support marketing product and research and development teams to identify new business opportunities negotiate contracts and build relationships with key customers and partners. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of driving business growth in the battery materials battery or automotive industry.
WHAT YOULL BE DOING:
- Execute a comprehensive business development plan to drive revenue growth and market share expansion in both the Automotive and Consumer Electronics segments.
- Build and lead a team of Business Development Managers.
- Collaborate with internal business development program management technical support contracts and other teams to ensure that our customer needs are met.
- Negotiate and facilitate the of supply contracts and pricing agreements with customers.
- Provide concise and regular updates on business development activities to the executive leadership team.
- Identify new business opportunities by analyzing market trends customer needs and competitor activities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers and partners including OEMs and battery manufacturers.
- Meet with customers attend industry conferences and coordinate onsite customer visits.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure that product development aligns with customer needs.
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the battery materials industry including emerging technologies and trends.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:
- BS or MS degree in Engineering Chemistry or other technology or equivalent job experience. MBA of PhD preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or sales in the battery materials battery or automotive industry.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills and experience working with customers.
- Demonstrated track record of closing direct sales supporting customers and forming successful strategic alliances to drive revenue growth.
- Ability to structure and negotiate contractual agreements with multiple parties. Expertise in revenue & other financial models.
- Willingness to travel up to 20 of the time including to Asia and Europe.
- Ability to work in a fast paced startup environment.
- Mandarin Chinese Korean Japanese or German language skills are a plus.
OTHER QUALITIES WED LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:
- Automotive Industry Experience (OEM Tier 1 or Tier 2 including a deep understanding of the automotive market
- International experience especially experience supporting international customers (China Korea Japan & Europe especially).
- Experience building and leading a team
- CRM experience
- Experience with SAP (or equivalent ERP tool)
The annual base salary range for this position is $140000 $190000. All positions come with a bonus plan and company stock options. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors which may include the applicants qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate nondiscriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.
Base Pay Range
$140000 $190000 USD
GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS
- Medical Dental and Vision: 100 paid for by the company for employees 80 for dependents) with an HSAeligible plan option for Medical
- Employee Assistance Program
- LongTerm and ShortTerm Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance and AD and D Insurance 100 Employer Paid)
- Option to purchase additional Life and AD and D Insurance (with guaranteed issue) and Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Insurance coverages for you and dependents at affordable rates
- Discounted rates on Pet Insurance
- 401(k) with PreTax and Roth options and Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays
- Stock Options
GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds perspectives and geographies. Being a diverse and inclusive company isnt just something we strive for its who we are and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee you belong and that Group14 is the kind of workplace where you feel safe included and that you have the opportunity to thrive in your career.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age marital status protected veteran status disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws regulations and ordinances.
If you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please email: This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.
Group14 is committed to a safe and productive work environment. As part of our hiring process we conduct preemployment drug screenings for substances in accordance with state and federal regulations. Please note that our preemployment drug screening process does not include testing for THC.
Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship atthis time.
NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS
Group14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.
Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are preapproved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
