Commercial Director - Anode
Job Description
Help Us Power the Future of Clean Mobility Join us as Commercial Director – Anode Materials At The Extra Mile, part of Umicore, we’re not just developing advanced silicon-carbon (Si/C) anode materials — we’re building the future of sustainable mobility. As electric vehicle production accelerates, the need for high-performance, scalable battery materials grows. That’s where we come in. Our anode battery business is growing fast, and we’re looking for a visionary Commercial Director to lead the charge. This is your opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a pioneering Si/C anode materials project, drive high-impact customer partnerships, and help scale our solutions globally. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment and want to make a real difference, we’d love to meet you. Your Mission As Commercial Director, you will: Lead and grow our global sales organization Close strategic, high-value supply agreements with top-tier customers Define pricing and sales strategies aligned with our production roadmap Benchmark market trends and competition to guide portfolio decisions Collaborate cross-functionally with production, procurement, and marketing teams Build and manage sales tools and reporting systems Drive customer engagement from pre-sales to post-sales fulfillment Build a high-performing team to execute long-term supply agreements Provide clear, data-driven insights to senior leadership What You Bring 15+ years of commercial experience in EV, battery cell manufacturing, or battery materials Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, Economics or Business; executive education in sales/strategy is a plus Cultural affinity and awareness Fluent in English; Korean and Japanese are strong assets Proven track record in B2B sales with battery cell makers and OEMs Deep understanding of battery systems (liquid and solid-state) Experience in leading senior managers in multicultural, international environments Strong leadership, analytical mindset, and a collaborative spirit Proven network with c-level of battery cell makers and OEM’s Why Join Us? At The Extra Mile, we offer a dynamic environment where innovation, sustainability, and collaboration drives everything we do. Our mission is to deliver consistent quality, high capacity, and long cycle life battery materials — and we’re looking for passionate minds to help us get there. You’ll be part of a team that’s driving real change. We offer: A purpose-driven role with global impact A collaborative culture where ideas and innovation thrive Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities to grow, lead, and shape the future of clean mobility Ready to go The Extra Mile? Let’s build the future together — one battery at a time. #J-18808-Ljbffr