Business Development Leader Advanced Battery Technology
Location: United States (Remote or Hybrid)
The Opportunity
A pioneering battery manufacturer is searching for a Business Development Leader to spearhead commercial growth across multiple high-value markets including electric vehicles aerospace defense medical devices and grid-scale storage.
This role is about more than just selling products its about shaping strategy building long-term partnerships and helping bring breakthrough energy storage solutions to market.
What Youll Be Doing
- Develop executive-level relationships with OEMs tier-one suppliers and strategic partners to unlock new revenue opportunities.
- Position advanced cell technology through compelling business cases focused on performance safety and cost advantages.
- Translate customer needs into actionable plans by collaborating closely with engineering operations and quality teams.
- Take ownership of revenue targets margin delivery and market penetration goals.
- Provide intelligence on pricing competitors and emerging industry trends to influence decision-making.
- Drive cross-functional launches from concept to scale-up ensuring projects hit milestones and budgets.
- Negotiate and secure long-term agreements to establish lasting commercial frameworks.
- Pinpoint emerging market segments and quantify opportunities using structured analysis.
Your Profile
- Skilled at operating in fast-paced complex environments where influencing without direct authority is key.
- Proven record of managing large commercial pipelines (>$50M) and leading complex deal negotiations.
- Strong technical understanding of lithium-ion battery chemistry system integration BMS and regulatory/safety frameworks.
- Bachelors degree in engineering chemistry or a related technical field; MBA or advanced degree desirable.
- Minimum 5 years experience in batteries energy storage or a closely related advanced technology sector.
Why You Should Apply
- Play a pivotal role in the commercial success of a rapidly scaling battery innovator.
- Drive growth in markets that are shaping the global energy transition.
- Attractive compensation package and strong long-term progression opportunities.
Our Client is particularly keen to connect with commercially driven professionals who combine technical credibility with strong deal-making skills and a proven track record of driving strategic direction of battery technologies.