Innovation Project Manager, Battery Electrolytes

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams (Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales) to define and execute product line strategies.
• Develop market value propositions and pricing strategies for energy materials.
• Identify and manage critical projects focused on materials and processes supporting next generation battery materials.
• Address product performance, quality, and customer needs.
• Create intellectual property and standards strategies for these product lines.
• Analyze market trends and competitive landscape in battery sectors.
• Collaborate with Program Management and Commercial Technology to design and execute strategy.
• Optimize product portfolio through segmentation and rationalization.
• Coordinate with Forecasting, Sales, and Manufacturing to ensure efficient inventory and supply chain management.
• Evaluate new product requests with business cases and financial viability.
• Determine pricing strategy to ensure value capture and margin improvement.
• Oversee product obsolescence with strategies to maximize value and minimize waste.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in Product Line Management or commercial roles.
• Proven project management and cross-functional leadership experience.
• Commercial acumen and customer-focused mindset.
• Bachelor's degree required, MBA preferred.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Experience managing teams.
• Financial analysis and accounting skills.
• Strategic planning experience.
• International and multicultural project experience.
• Passion for batteries market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (required), MBA (preferred).
• 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Range for this position is $123,642.00 - $170,009.00 depending on experience and location.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.
• 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows throughout your career.
• Company-matching 401(k) savings plan.
• Health and well-being benefits including paid parental leave, family building support, fitness programs, and disease management.
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Peer-to-peer recognition program.