Sales and Business Development Director - BESS

Lyten; Województwo pomorskie; On-site; PLN 362,713 - 544,069; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Lyten in Poland is seeking a Sales and Business Development Director to lead commercial strategies for Battery Energy Storage Systems. The role includes developing sales strategies, managing a sales team, and engaging with top customers. Candidates should have proven experience in senior sales roles within the energy storage sector and exemplify exceptional communication and leadership skills. This position requires travel and offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior sales leadership roles, preferably in energy storage or related sectors.
• Strong background in developing and executing sales strategies in high-growth technical markets.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine the global sales strategy for Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• Build and manage a high-performing sales organization.
• Lead relationships with top customers and industry partners.

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship-building

Market development

Job description

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products – from lithium‑sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next‑generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. These innovations make a massive global improvement and drive real‑world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense.

At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose and with people who want to make a difference. We’re not just developing advanced supermaterials – we’re about to change the world, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made.

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators.

Lyten Poland is currently seeking a Sales and Business Development Director. In this role you will co‑define, refine, and execute the commercial strategy for our BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) portfolio, covering mobile, scalable, and stationary energy storage solutions.

This position combines strategic leadership with hands‑on customer engagement. It requires strong industry expertise, a proven track record in sales and business development, and the ability to build and lead a high‑performing team in a rapidly growing market.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy & Market Development
  • Develop, implement, and continuously refine the global sales strategy for BESS.
  • Identify and prioritize market segments, applications, and geographic opportunities that drive profitable growth.
  • Monitor industry trends, competitor landscapes, and regulatory developments to shape long‑term strategic direction.
• Sales Team Leadership
  • Build, manage, and coach a high‑performing sales organization.
  • Set clear performance targets, KPIs, and development paths for the team.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
• Key Customer Engagement
  • Lead relationships with top customers, strategic accounts, and industry partners.
  • Support the team in complex negotiations and high‑value deals.
  • Represent the company in customer meetings, executive discussions, and commercial reviews.
• Industry Knowledge & Expertise
  • Maintain a strong understanding of the energy storage market, including BESS technologies, mobile power solutions, grid‑connected and off‑grid applications, and relevant standards.
  • Provide thought leadership to internal stakeholders on customer needs, market shifts, and product requirements.
  • Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to align commercial needs with technology roadmap and deployments.
• Travel Requirements
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time to meet customers, attend industry events, support the sales team, and represent the company globally.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven track record in senior sales leadership roles, preferably in energy storage, power systems, renewables, or related industrial sectors.
• Strong background in developing and executing sales strategies in high‑growth technical markets.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire sales teams across multiple regions.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, innovative, and fast‑paced environment.

Why Work at Lyten

At Lyten, you’ll be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in energy, materials, and manufacturing. We build breakthrough technologies that change how products are made and industries innovate.

What You’ll Find at Lyten

• A mission that matters: Contribute directly to solving complex challenges in energy, mobility, and materials innovation.
• Cutting‑edge innovation: Work on technologies at the intersection of materials science, energy storage, and advanced manufacturing that strengthen energy security and local supply chains.
• Extraordinary people: Join a team of talented, friendly, and down‑to‑earth innovators who support, challenge, and inspire one another every day.
• Teamwork and culture: Experience a workplace built on trust, respect, and shared success – where collaboration fuels breakthroughs and everyone’s ideas are heard.
• Global impact: Help scale new materials and energy solutions that reinforce industrial resilience across the U.S. and Europe.
• Career growth: Be part of a fast‑moving company entering a commercial growth phase, with opportunities to lead, learn, and make your mark.
• Purpose‑driven values: Thrive in an environment that celebrates ingenuity, optimism, and meaningful progress – together.

Lyten offers the opportunity to do the most important work of your career – helping build the technologies that will power the next century of innovation. Join us and help transform industries, communities, and the planet with a team that shares your drive to make a difference.