Senior Sales Manager - Battery Materials

Title: Senior Sales Manager - Battery Materials

Client: Energy / Renewables

Location: Houston, TX

Type: Full-time, Direct hire

Salary range: $110,000 – $125,000 base

Summary:

Our client in the Energy sector is looking for a Senior Sales Manager to spearhead business development and account strategy initiatives with major automotive and Tier 1 manufacturing clients. This pivotal position is tasked with enhancing the company's presence in the North American battery market. The perfect candidate will possess a robust background in chemical materials and have experience of overseeing significant enterprise relationships across both technical and commercial domains.

Duties:

• Take charge of account strategy, manage relationships, and foster revenue growth with essential OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Convert customer requirements into practical internal strategies involving sales, technical, and R&D teams.
• Oversee contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and commercial planning.
• Create and present technical sales proposals and presentations.
• Keep track of market trends and pinpoint business development opportunities.
• Work collaboratively across departments to facilitate new product launches and customer onboarding.
• Act as a company representative at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings.

Requirements:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in technical B2B sales within the chemical materials or battery sectors, with extensive expertise in electrolytes, lithium-ion battery systems, and OEM procurement processes.
• A demonstrated history of successfully managing strategic accounts and securing significant contracts, complemented by strong communication, relationship management, and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in English is essential.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline