Sales and Business Development Director - BESS

Lyten; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge innovation

Career growth opportunities

Purpose-driven values

Job summary

Lyten is seeking a Sales and Business Development Director in Sweden to co-define and execute the commercial strategy for their innovative Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) portfolio. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on customer engagement and requires expertise in energy storage and a proven sales track record. You will build and lead a high-performing sales team, engage with key customers, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in energy solutions. Join Lyten to transform industries and drive real-world impact.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation skills

Customer relationship management

Strategic planning

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.