Director of Co-Mineral Sales
Job Location:
Boulder, CO - USA
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Job Summary
Who we are:
Electra isreinventing ironmaking from the ground upwitha breakthroughelectrochemical technology that produceshigh purityclean iron and critical co-minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulderanda new demonstration facilityunderwayin Jefferson Countywereon track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining steel and big tech momentum is on our side.Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech and named one of TIMEs 100 Climate Leaderswerebuilding a company shaping the future of industry.Ifyourelooking to make an impact and join a teamthatsdriven focused and scaling we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
The Director of Co-Mineral Sales will lead Electras commercial strategy and execution for critical co-minerals. This role is responsible for identifying and/or developing markets and customers for the valuable critical co-minerals generated by Electras process of creating high-purity clean iron. This role will work closely with the Head of Technology Commercialization and other internal and external stakeholders to define the appropriate co-minerals and form factors to be developed by Electra.
The ideal candidate is a strategic results-driven sales leader with deep industrial experience strong market knowledge and a passion for advancing clean and sustainable technologies.
Responsibilities include:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy targetingcritical co-mineralcustomers
- Drive revenue growth market penetration and customer adoption of Electrascritical co-mineralproducts
- Own and manage sales forecasting pipeline development and performance tracking through CRM systems
- Build andmaintainstrong relationships with key stakeholders including executives and decision-makers within thecritical co-mineralsectors
- Lead complex negotiations and secure high-value strategic contracts
- Navigate multi-stakeholder procurement processes and long sales cycles
- Monitor and stay ahead of market trends sustainability regulations and industry developments
- Partner cross-functionally with Marketing Product and Operations to align go-to-market strategies with customer needs
- Provideactionable market insights to inform product development and overall commercial strategy
- Represent Electra at industry events conferences and trade shows
- Foster a high-performance sales culture through coaching mentorship and active leadership
- Lead by example as a hands-on sales leader managing both team performance and a personal book of business
- Ensure compliance with health safety and company policies
- Performadditionalduties as assigned
What we need you to bring to the team:
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related fieldrequired
- 15 years of progressive B2B sales experience ideally within industrial steel mining or clean technology sectors
- Proven track record selling into industrial markets and navigating complex multi-stakeholder buying environments
- Strong understanding of market dynamics including sustainability regulations and low-carbon material trends
- Demonstrated ability to structure and negotiate high-impact strategic agreements
- Experience collaborating in executive-level customer engagements and joint selling environments
- Strong CRM utilization for pipeline management and sales execution
- Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and build credibility across senior stakeholders
- Hands-on player-coach leadership style with the ability to drive both strategy and execution
- Proven ability to build and scale high-performing sales teams through coaching communication and accountability
- Exceptional communication negotiation and relationship-building skills
- Results-oriented with strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
What we want you to bring to the team:
- Willingness to travelfrequently(2550%)
- Experience in high-growth or scaling organizations strongly preferred
- Experience in strategic planning marketing and mergers and acquisitions
- Proficiency in additional languages
- MBA or advanced related degree
Compensation:
- The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $170000-$222000 and may be more or less depending upon skills experience and education.
Benefits For You:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision telemedicine short-term disability long-term disability and basic life insurance plans
- $1800 in annual employer HSA contributions(health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
- 100% paid premiums across all medical dental vision and telemedicine plans
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
- 401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
- Eligibility for incentive stock options
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Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Electra has been partnered with renowned lighting, ventilation, wiring accessories, and electrical system manufacturers since 1965. Our manufacturers and suppliers are known for their quality, creativity, and technical excellence. We have a track record of advising, supplying, and ser ... View more
