Group Technologies Hiring for Contracts Manager at Seattle, WA Full Time

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Seattle and Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Showa Denko, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE’RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

The Contracts Manager is responsible for managing contracts for customer programs and clearly communicating on-going progress with all stakeholders. These include customer supply agreements, allocation agreements, etc. with global EV and CE battery makers. The Contracts Manager will be interfacing with Business Development, Quality, Operations, Marketing, Product, Finance, and internal/external legal counsel. This role will support Group14’s efforts to supply our products to the largest battery makers, EV OEMs, and consumer electronics companies in North America, Europe, and Asia.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Lead efforts associated with Contract Life Cycle Management for all contracts in support of battery qualification programs for automotive and consumer electronics customers.

• Review, revise, and negotiate contracts which include supply agreements, allocation agreements, terms and conditions, and purchase orders in collaboration with Business Development and Legal. Escalate complex legal and factual issues to appropriate teams to assist in resolution.

-Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to obtain the requirements needed for each contract – including internal Quality and Product teams for Quality and Technical agreements.

• Monitor contract performance and compliance. Recommend and implement process improvements for contract compliance.

• Provide concise and effective communications to key internal and external stakeholders on contract progress.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Experience within the automotive and/or battery industry.

• Experience negotiating customer supply agreements with battery manufacturers and/or automotive and consumer electronics OEMs.

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Engineering or Chemistry. MBA, JD, or equivalent job experience.

• 5+ years of contract management and customer support experience.

• Proven track record in managing complex cross-functional projects.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

• Prior experience in a startup environment.

• Intermediate to fluent written and verbal proficiency in Mandarin Chinese, to support our customers in China.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

• Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

• Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

• Paid time off

• 401(k) with company match

• Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The base pay range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000. Actual pay depends on various factors, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.