Product Manager

Sila; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

Sila, a next-generation battery materials company, is seeking a Product Manager to translate market demand into tangible roadmaps for our next-generation materials. You will work across R&D and engineering to shape product direction and drive decisive development choices that advance energy density and form factor in lithium-ion batteries.

You will lead cross-functional teams, conduct market and competitive analyses, and build business cases to enable cross-functional decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field (Master's or MBA preferred).
• Must have lithium ion battery experience.
• Experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in product management, technical program management, or product development within battery and/or material industry.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented, with a strong bias for action in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong technical aptitude and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of managing technical products through the full product lifecycle from concept to commercial launch.
• Demonstrated ability to perform strategic market analysis, competitive research, and financial business models.

Responsibilities

• Create a product roadmap that supports Sila’s business objectives by defining a clear and compelling product vision with a comprehensive detailed roadmap for Sila’s next-generation battery materials.
• Identify gaps in Sila's roadmaps and align the team on plans to close gaps.
• Drive go-to-market strategy for a successful product launch for new and emerging product lines beyond our existing Titan Silicon anode material.
• Understand the competitive landscape and where Sila fits in by conducting competitive analysis, evaluating industry leading battery materials to identify Sila’s unique value proposition.
• Provide a nuanced understanding and analyses of target markets and plans to be successful in those markets.
• Prepare business cases and other analyses necessary to ease cross-functional decision making.
• Clearly presents ideas, product updates and concepts to stakeholders in meetings virtually and in-person.
• Identifies and prioritizes customer needs in the product development process

Skills

Lithium ion battery experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical, data-driven

Product lifecycle management

Excellent communication

Strategic market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field

Master's or MBA preferred

Job description

We are Sila, a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the world’s transition to clean energy. To create this future, our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries, while reducing their size and weight. The result? Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. We're tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day, and together we're redefining what's possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the world?

Who You Are

The Product Manager will work cross functionally to help set the direction and drive the development of Sila's next-generation products. You'll shape the future of Sila's groundbreaking battery materials. You'll operate at the critical intersection of market demand, customer needs, and our advanced R&D and engineering capabilities. Your primary objective will be to translate a visionary understanding of the battery landscape into tangible product roadmaps, driving the most impactful development decisions for our next-generation materials.

You're a highly analytical, data-driven, and structured problem solver who thrives in complex, evolving environments. You excel at providing strategic clarity and direction, adeptly synthesizing diverse data points into actionable insights. An exceptional communicator and active listener, you possess a profound passion for Sila’s technology and its potential to revolutionize the energy storage sector who has lithium ion battery experience.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Create a product roadmap that supports Sila’s business objectives by defining a clear and compelling product vision with a comprehensive detailed roadmap for Sila’s next-generation battery materials.
• Identify gaps in Sila's roadmaps and align the team on plans to close gaps.
• Drive go-to-market strategy for a successful product launch for new and emerging product lines beyond our existing Titan Silicon anode material.
• Understand the competitive landscape and where Sila fits in by conducting competitive analysis, evaluating industry leading battery materials to identify Sila’s unique value proposition.
• Provide a nuanced understanding and analyses of target markets and plans to be successful in those markets.
• Prepare business cases and other analyses necessary to ease cross-functional decision making.
• Clearly presents ideas, product updates and concepts to stakeholders in meetings virtually and in-person.
• Identifies and prioritizes customer needs in the product development process

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field (Master's or MBA preferred).
• Must have lithium ion battery experience.
• Experience in the automotive industry preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in product management, technical program management, or product development within battery and/or material industry.
• Proactive, adaptable, and results-oriented, with a strong bias for action in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong technical aptitude and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of managing technical products through the full product lifecycle from concept to commercial launch.
• Demonstrated ability to perform strategic market analysis, competitive research, and financial business models.

Physical requirements and environment

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Carrying, Climbing, Crouching, Heights, Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Narrow Spaces, Wet Climates, Hazards, Noise

Occasionally: Lifting up to 5 lbs, Pinching, Standing, Stooping, Walking

Frequently: Gripping, Handling

Constantly: Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Reading, Repetitive Motions, Sitting

The starting base pay for this role is between $151,000 and $191,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Sila’s competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Working at Sila

We believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.

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As set forth in Sila’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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