Senior Business Developer – Battery Materials

Responsibilities

Developing and executing innovative sales and business development strategies to promote growth of our European NiSO4 Production

Prospecting new NiSO4 customers in a young, and fast-growing industry primarily in Europe, but also in Asia and the United States

Developing Strategic Partnerships with EV Manufacturing companies

Managing Sales cycle from prospecting, offering, negotiating and closing Sales contracts, to ensuring the continued satisfaction of new and existing customers

Developing industry insight and knowledge, through analysis of relevant competitor and industry data, attending trade shows, conferences when required

Ensuring adherence to a sales process through close collaboration with Operations, Risk and Finance teams

Monitoring market trends to capitalize on new opportunities

Requirements

7-15 years’ experience in automotive industry, metals industry

Knowledge of battery market which specific focus on Nickel and Cobalt

Strong network of industry and government contacts

Strong technical knowledge of Lithium-Ion Battery cell chemistry and packs / modules, to work with PhD, Engineers, CTO’s, CEO’s

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to travel internationally

Ability to effectively collaborate with team members on a remote basis