Group14 Technologies
Founded with the vision to electrify everything, Group14 is the leading commercial manufacturer of advanced silicon battery materials. Our breakthrough technology, SCC55, is unlocking transformational performance for rechargeable batteries that power the world’s most critical innovations, from electric vehicles and AI-enabled electronics to eVTOLs and grid-scale energy storage. By enabling higher-density, faster-charging batteries, we are helping accelerate the global transition to an electrified future.
Over the past year, Group14 reached major milestones that underscore our momentum. We closed a $463 million Series D round, bringing our total equity raised to more than $1 billion, and acquired full ownership of a battery materials factory in South Korea, strengthening global supply chains and scaling production to meet surging demand. Headquartered in Washington state with manufacturing operations worldwide, Group14 is backed by world-class investors and customers, including Porsche, ATL, Microsoft, and SK Inc. As we continue to grow, we are building a team united by passion for shaping the future of energy.
Overview
The Contracts Manager is responsible for negotiating and 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 interface with Business Development, internal legal counsel, external legal counsel, Quality, Operations, Marketing, Product, and Finance. This role will support Group14’s efforts to supply the largest battery makers, EV OEMs, and consumer electronics companies in North America, Europe, and Asia. What you’ll be doing
Review, revise, and negotiate contracts including 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. Support Business Development Managers negotiating contracts with a specific focus on Chinese customers and the Chinese market. Lead the Contract Life Cycle Management for all contracts in support of battery qualification programs for automotive and consumer electronics customers. Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to obtain requirements 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 contracts progress. What we’re looking for
Experience with automotive or battery customers or equivalent. Experience negotiating customer supply agreements with battery manufacturers and/or automotive and consumer electronics OEMs. BS or MS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, MBA, JD, or equivalent job experience. 5+ years of contract management and/or customer support experience. Strong track-record in managing complex cross-functional projects. Fluent written and verbal proficiency in Mandarin Chinese to interact with our customers in China. Other qualities we’d love for you to have
Experience with negotiating customer supply agreements with battery manufacturers and/or automotive and consumer electronics OEMs. Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000. All positions come with a bonus plan and company stock options. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. Base Pay Range: $110,000 - $150,000 USD Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision: 100% paid for employees (80% for dependents) with an HSA-eligible plan option for Medical Employee Assistance Program Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance (100% Employer Paid) Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance and other coverages for you and dependents Discounted Pet Insurance 401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth options and Company Match Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays Stock Options GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email: careers@group14.technology. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.
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The Contracts Manager is responsible for negotiating and 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 interface with Business Development, internal legal counsel, external legal counsel, Quality, Operations, Marketing, Product, and Finance. This role will support Group14’s efforts to supply the largest battery makers, EV OEMs, and consumer electronics companies in North America, Europe, and Asia. What you’ll be doing
Review, revise, and negotiate contracts including 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. Support Business Development Managers negotiating contracts with a specific focus on Chinese customers and the Chinese market. Lead the Contract Life Cycle Management for all contracts in support of battery qualification programs for automotive and consumer electronics customers. Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to obtain requirements 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 contracts progress. What we’re looking for
Experience with automotive or battery customers or equivalent. Experience negotiating customer supply agreements with battery manufacturers and/or automotive and consumer electronics OEMs. BS or MS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, MBA, JD, or equivalent job experience. 5+ years of contract management and/or customer support experience. Strong track-record in managing complex cross-functional projects. Fluent written and verbal proficiency in Mandarin Chinese to interact with our customers in China. Other qualities we’d love for you to have
Experience with negotiating customer supply agreements with battery manufacturers and/or automotive and consumer electronics OEMs. Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $150,000. All positions come with a bonus plan and company stock options. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. Base Pay Range: $110,000 - $150,000 USD Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision: 100% paid for employees (80% for dependents) with an HSA-eligible plan option for Medical Employee Assistance Program Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance (100% Employer Paid) Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance and other coverages for you and dependents Discounted Pet Insurance 401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth options and Company Match Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays Stock Options GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email: careers@group14.technology. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.
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