Job Details

About the job Business Development Lead

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.