Business Development Associate Director

Growth For Impact; Dadri; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

CleanMax is seeking an experienced Business Development leader to develop and execute sourcing strategies for end‑of‑life batteries, scrap, and recyclable materials across India. You will build and nurture long‑term relationships with key customers and partners, lead commercial discussions, and drive supply agreements and revenue growth.

You will collaborate with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Logistics to ensure seamless execution, mentor the LIB Business Development team, and represent

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Management, or related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in Business Development, Strategic Sales, Procurement, or Key Account Management.
• Experience in Battery Recycling, Automobile, EV, Battery Manufacturing, Circular Economy, Metals, Recycling, or allied industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to procure end‑of‑life batteries, production scrap, black mass, and other recyclable battery materials.
• Identify and acquire new business opportunities while expanding customer network across India.
• Build, nurture, and manage long‑term relationships with key customers, strategic partners, and channel stakeholders.
• Lead commercial discussions, pricing negotiations, contract finalization, and long‑term sourcing agreements.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual business development and procurement targets.
• Monitor market dynamics, commodity pricing, competitor activities, and industry developments to formulate effective business strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams for seamless execution of business commitments.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the LIB Business Development team while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Represent the company at industry forums, customer meetings, exhibitions, and strategic business discussions.

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Sales

Procurement

Key Account Management

Commercial Negotiation

Leadership

Team Management

Market Intelligence

Communication & Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

Job description

ROLE

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to procure end‑of‑life batteries, production scrap, black mass, and other recyclable battery materials
• Identify and acquire new business opportunities while expanding customer network across India
• Build, nurture, and manage long‑term relationships with key customers, strategic partners, and channel stakeholders
• Lead commercial discussions, pricing negotiations, contract finalization, and long‑term sourcing agreements
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual business development and procurement targets
• Monitor market dynamics, commodity pricing, competitor activities, and industry developments to formulate effective business strategies
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, and Logistics teams for seamless execution of business commitments
• Lead, mentor, and develop the LIB Business Development team while fostering a high-performance culture
• Represent the company at industry forums, customer meetings, exhibitions, and strategic business discussions

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Management, or related discipline
• 15+ years of experience in Business Development, Strategic Sales, Procurement, or Key Account Management
• Prior experience in Battery Recycling, Automobile, EV, Battery Manufacturing, Circular Economy, Metals, Recycling, or allied industries will be preferred
• Proven track record of handling large enterprise customers and complex commercial negotiations
• Strong Business Development & Sales expertise
• High Business Acumen
• Relationship Management
• Procurement & Supply Chain Understanding
• Leadership & Team Management
• Revenue Growth & Target Achievement
• Commercial & Contract Negotiation
• Strategic Account Management
• Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis
• Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills