Business Development and Sales Manager (f/m/x)

Primobius is the result of a joint venture between Australian stock exchange-listed Neometals Ltd. and privately owned German plant engineering and technology specialist SMS group GmbH. Primobius offers a unique and sustainable method of recovering valuable lithium, nickel, cobalt, and other materials, for example carbon, from end-of-life or defective lithium-ion batteries (LiBs) from electric vehicles and consumer electronics. The recovered battery materials can be used directly in the production of new batteries.
This unique and advanced recycling solution fits smoothly into the circular economy, ensures that ethically sound materials are used, and helps to reduce not only waste but also our world’s dependence on finite resources.

Become a part of our future at Primobius GmbH in the Düsseldorf area (NRW) where we're looking for a Business Development and Sales Manager (f/m/x).

YOU ACT

Your responsibilities include, among others:

1. Conducting market research to identify potential clients, market trends, and competitor activities in the battery recycling industry.
2. Developing and executing a comprehensive sales strategy based on market research to drive revenue growth for the company's li-ion battery recycling plants.
3. Leading sales presentations, pitches, and negotiations to secure contracts and partnerships and achieve sales targets.
4. Identifying, negotiating and establishing strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in the battery industry, including manufacturers and government agencies.
5. Collaborating with potential clients and partners to understand their needs and tailor solutions that align with the company's mission and capabilities.
6. Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients while actively seeking and cultivating relationships with potential customers, partners, and stakeholders.
7. Collaborating closely with technical, engineering, and operations teams to ensure alignment between customer needs and the company's capabilities.
8. Representing the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and other events to enhance brand visibility and to build and maintain a positive brand image.
9. Monitoring sales performance, analyzing market trends, and preparing regular reports on sales activities, market conditions, and forecasts.

YOU KNOW

You have successfully completed an above-average degree. We value:

1. Proven track record in sales, business development, and achieving revenue targets, ideally within the industrial or environmental technology sectors.
2. Deep understanding of the Industry to grasp the competitive landscape, customer visions and pain points as well as competition to maintain a competitive edge.
3. Relevant educational background in business, engineering, or a related field, coupled with several years of experience in business development or sales roles within the industrial or environmental sectors.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills (in German and English) to effectively convey technical information, present proposals, and represent the company at various forums.
5. High social competence and resilience, as well as a willingness to travel.

WE CONVINCE

As an innovative and internationally active employer, we convince you with performance-based compensation. Additionally, we offer you the opportunity to balance family and work optimally, with flexible working hours and the option of remote work.

Are you keen on shaping the future with us? If so, feel free to send us your online application. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Primobius GmbH

HR Management

Amelie Siebenbach

E-Mail: amelie.siebenbach@sms-group.com