Business Development Manager – Battery Value Chain & EV Industry

Overview

Job Title: Business Development Manager – EV Battery Value Chain

Location: South Korea – Any City (Extensive travel required across the country)

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Work Authorisation Requirement: South Korean Citizens only

Role

Summary:

We are working with a global leader in advanced battery materials to recruit a Business Development Manager focused on commercial growth within the EV and battery value chain.

This is a high-impact role for a technically astute sales professional who understands the EV ecosystem, can build strong client relationships, and act as a strategic link between customer needs and product development.

• Lead commercial initiatives across South Korea in the battery materials and EV value chain
• Drive B2B business development targeting OEMs, cell manufacturers, pack integrators, and other key stakeholders
• Build and manage a robust pipeline from initial outreach to successful deal closure
• Translate technical product knowledge into clear customer value propositions
• Act as a conduit between customers and internal teams (R&D, product, leadership)
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to penetrate new markets and grow accounts
• Represent the business at exhibitions, trade shows, conferences, and technical forums
• Support the validation and onboarding of new products with customers
• Help position the company as a thought leader in the next-gen battery materials space

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Process Engineering, or a similar technical discipline
• 7–10 years of B2B sales and business development experience in a technical or industrial domain
• Demonstrated experience within the battery value chain and EV ecosystem
• Solid understanding of battery material applications and production processes
• Skilled in strategic planning, market expansion, and customer acquisition
• Proven stakeholder engagement and long-term relationship building
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
• Stable employment history with at least 2 years in recent roles
• Willingness to travel extensively across South Korea

• Reports to:
  
  Director / Business Unit Head
• Bonus and benefits are provided according to local standards
• Employment agreement directly with the company (compliance support provided)

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Elvis Eckardt