Chief Commercial Officer

Are you an experienced and confident Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) or Commercial Director with real life experience in taking start up businesses from inception to highly profitable global entities? Do you thrive in a role that combines strategic leadership, innovation, complex commercial solutions, and the opportunity to shape the future of advanced materials or products? This is your chance to join a pioneering organisation as CCO and play a pivotal role in driving commercial success and sustainable growth in cutting-edge industries such as automotive, energy storage, and aerospace. If you're passionate about turning technical innovation into tangible results, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You Will Do:

- Develop and execute a global commercial strategy that aligns with the company's ambitious growth plans and production ramp-up goals.

- Build and lead a high-performing B2B sales and business development team to secure partnerships and long-term customer agreements.

- Define pricing models, channel strategies, and market positioning across key verticals, including EV, composites, and clean energy.

- Identify and negotiate strategic commercial partnerships, including joint ventures and licensing opportunities.

- Represent the company at industry events, fostering relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and other key stakeholders.

- Translate the company's technical capabilities into compelling customer value propositions and ensure the successful conversion of technical trials into full-scale contracts.

What You Will Bring:

- Over 10 years of senior commercial experience in advanced materials, automotive supply chains, or industrial B2B manufacturing.

- A proven track record of successfully negotiating and closing large-scale contracts (£1M+).

- Strong understanding of the sales cycle within technical B2B environments, including key account management and marketing.

- Demonstrated ability to lead a commercial function in a growth-stage or scaling environment.

- Experience working cross-functionally with technical and R&D teams to align product development with market demand.

As Chief Commercial Officer, you will play an instrumental role in shaping the future of sustainable materials, contributing to the company's mission to support a greener, circular economy. This is your opportunity to not only lead a dynamic commercial team but also directly influence the company's trajectory in an exciting phase of rapid expansion.

Location:

This role is based at the company's UK plant in the West Midlands with additional responsibilities at the London HQ and international travel as needed.

Interested?:

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking organisation with a head start on IP, commercial negotiations and investment. Apply today to become the Chief Commercial Officer and lead the charge in revolutionising sustainable products for advanced industries.

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