Manager, Commercialization

Interstate All Battery Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness program

Onsite fitness center

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Interstate Batteries is seeking a Manager, Commercialization to lead cross-functional teams across Procurement, Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations to drive go-to-market plans for national accounts and local dealers. You will oversee new product launches, portfolio changes, and process improvements to accelerate time-to-market.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Economics and at least 5 years in commercialization, with strong problem-solving, communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Economics required.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Commercialization, Sales Growth/Support, Management Consulting and/or Project Management positions.
• Commercial planning/strategy and/or business planning experience preferred.
• People leadership experience preferred, track record of project management delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and team development.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent oral/ written communication skills, and comfort with working under project-based deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Delivery for Large Initiatives and manage large scale commercialization projects.
• Lead cross-functional partners to support go-to-market plans by brand and customer.
• Maintain the enterprise Commercial Calendar and develop KPIs for process improvement.
• Manage end-to-end commercialization processes across multiple portfolio scenarios.
• Coach and develop direct reports and cross-functional team members on delivering projects.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Economics

Tools

WorkFront

Job description

Our mission is to be a trusted workplace for team members to be their whole selves at work. A company that people love and positively impacts the lives of all whom we touch. be your best self At Interstate Batteries, you have the chance to be excellent at work and excellent at life. We know that professional success depends on personal wellbeing. That's why we want to enrich your life with the tools and services you need to succeed in every area of your life. Join us!

Purpose of Job

The Manager, Commercialization will oversee project management and strategic execution, coordinating team members across Procurement, Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Operations to support the commercialization of batteries for our National Account and Local Dealer customers. They will also improve processes and provide practical recommendations to support faster time-to-market and precise product delivery. Additionally, they will provide strategic input and manage the broader Commercial calendar, to execute on Commercial growth goals.

Job Components

• Support Project Delivery for Large Initiatives
• Manage large scale, highly visible commercialization projects that require problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and project management execution.
• (1) New Business Onboarding
• (2) National Account Customer and Segment growth
• (3) New Chemistry Launches (e.g., AGM, EFB, Lithium-Ion).
• Lead cross-functional partners (e.g., Product Development, Customer Activation, Procurement and Sales) to support go-to-market plans by brand and customer, portfolio strategies, and product changes.
• Maintain the enterprise Commercial Calendar, including calendar build with strategic and sales/growth focused mindset and execution of major process steps throughout the fiscal year.
• Develop and maintain KPIs that measure the effectiveness and timeliness of the process and leverage WorkFront reporting for ongoing continuous improvement.
• Responsible for managing delivery timelines, documenting process updates, and communicating workflow updates to maintain consistent execution.
• Manage the ongoing development and execution of an end-to-end commercialization process across multiple portfolio enhancement scenarios – including new product launches, strategic assortment changes, product updates, and product discontinuations.
• Serve as subject matter expert on commercialization processes.
• Team and Cross-Functional Development Coach direct reports and cross-functional team members on delivering commercialization projects based on strategic needs of customers, suppliers, and distributors.
• Coach direct reports and cross-functional team members on identifying short-term and long-term solutions to ad-hoc commercialization requests to support sales growth.
• Coach direct reports and cross-functional team members on producing goals for enterprise unit growth through implementation and execution of annual strategy build across categories, brands, channels, and customers.
• Identify, communicate, and lead enhancements for commercialization processes to accelerate time-to-market (e.g. new product launch, etc.).
• Lead employees using a performance management and development process that provides an overall context and framework to encourage employee contribution and includes goal setting, feedback, and performance development planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Economics required.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Commercialization, Sales Growth/Support, Management Consulting and/or Project Management positions.
• Commercial planning/strategy and/or business planning experience preferred.
• People leadership experience preferred, track record of project management delivery, cross-functional collaboration, and team development.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, excellent oral/ written communication skills, and comfort with working under project-based deadlines.

Scope Data

• People Management: planning, assigning, and directing work, addressing complaints, resolving problems, and achieving goals.
• Project Management: manage multiple concurrent projects end-to-end while leading a cross-functional team, ensuring delivery on-time and clear stakeholder communication across all initiatives.
• Provide leadership for a team of professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and regular performance feedback.
• Interacts professionally with business owners / partners and customers, and cross functional team members.
• Exemplifies Interstate Batteries’ Purpose and Values.
• Interacts professionally with fellow Team Members and other IB departments.
• Must be able to work in a “Team oriented” environment.

Note: We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.

Interstate Batteries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Interstate Batteries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Interstate Batteries expressly prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), marital status, military status, veteran status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal law.

Why Join Interstate Batteries

Your Health Comprehensive healthcare benefits, company supported wellness program, onsite fitness center***

Your Career Wide range of professional development opportunities, training, resources and tools

Your Money Competitive pay and bonus structure, saving and investment options that help you reach your financial goals and plan for your future ***benefits vary by office