Frontline Source Group
Business Development Manager, Automotive
Frontline Source Group - Topeka, Kansas, United States
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Business Development Manager, Automotive
Posted: 07/25/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Sales Job Number: 19460 Pay Rate: 175,000 Instant Interview Available Job Description
Join a rapidly expanding energy technology company as their Business Development Manager, responsible for driving commercial electric vehicle battery sales, developing strategic partnerships with automotive OEMs, and accelerating market penetration within the electrification sector. Be a pivotal revenue generation partner to executive leadership and guide sales initiatives across the commercial EV and automotive manufacturing markets. This is a direct hire opportunity with flexible work arrangements based in Houston, Texas or remote options available with 50% travel. Candidates from California will not be considered.Â
Company Profile: A publicly traded technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures advanced energy storage solutions. By integrating the entire process from raw material sourcing to final system assembly, the organization has developed a diverse family of products covering a broad spectrum of market applications across multiple industries.
Your Role: Develop Strategic Partnerships: Create and nurture relationships with automotive advisors, suppliers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to accelerate adoption of advanced battery technology solutions Drive the Sales Process: Execute comprehensive prospecting initiatives, qualify potential opportunities, and successfully close sales for commercial electric vehicle battery systems through diverse sourcing methods and industry connections Deliver Solution-Focused Presentations: Provide persuasive demonstrations to OEMs highlighting fast-charging battery capabilities, energy storage solutions, and consulting services customized to their electrification objectives Execute Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside solution consultants, sales leadership, and technical specialists to develop strategies and secure high-impact opportunities within the commercial EV sector Facilitate Product Enhancement: Collaborate directly with product management and engineering divisions on battery validation projects and OEM-specific specifications Manage Client Partnerships: Engage in routine communication with clients and partners, coordinating quarterly business assessments to strengthen and expand strategic alliances Accelerate Revenue Performance: Achieve and surpass individual daily, weekly, and monthly sales objectives while supporting overall organizational growth targets Optimize CRM Platforms: Employ Salesforce and additional tools to monitor all sales activities, opportunity pipeline, and customer engagement Cultivate Industry Knowledge: Build and sustain comprehensive expertise in automotive electrification developments, EV market forces, battery technology specifications, and competitive environment Generate Market Intelligence: Supply product pricing recommendations and market analysis to leadership based on current developments in operational and capital investment sectors Engineer Solution Strategies: Construct value propositions through understanding market requirements from the client viewpoint, developing customized battery solutions and communication approaches
Background Profile: Bachelor's degree or comparable professional background 5+ years of B2B sales expertise, ideally in automotive, clean technology, or SaaS platforms Demonstrated business development experience with specialization in new client acquisition and opportunity generation Proven history of creating and completing complex, high-impact sales opportunities Outstanding presentation, communication, and consultative listening capabilities Expert negotiation skills with confirmed ability to finalize agreements and accelerate revenue Background with challenger sales approaches and advisory selling techniques Automotive sector experience highly valued (OEM partnerships, commercial vehicles, electrification developments) Knowledge of battery technology, energy storage platforms, or similar clean technology solutions beneficial Experience with automotive CRM platforms, dealer management systems (DMS), and industry workflows Superior workplace productivity with robust project coordination and multitasking capabilities Self-directed with exceptional work standards and consistent integrity Team-oriented approach to collaborating across multiple divisions to provide comprehensive solutions Dedicated to ongoing education about advancing EV technology and market evolution Flexibility to travel up to 50% nationally to engage with clients and participate in industry functions Background in industry councils, trade organizations, and automotive conferences Demonstrated capability to build trusted consultant relationships with executive leadership and primary decision makers
Features and Benefits of Client: Medical, Dental, Vision PTO and Paid Holidays 401k Short and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Career Growth Bonus Opportunity Job Requirements
sales manager, director of sales, auto sales Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas. Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested by Frontline Source Group or its affiliates until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job. Lindsey Davidson is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University and has been with Frontline Source Group for over 5 years as an Executive Recruiter. Lindsey specializes in the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) sector, specifically with the following: HSE Director, HSE Manager, Quality & Safety Managers HSE Specialist, HSQE, HSEQ, HSEQ Management and Analysts. Working with these professionals nationwide in varying industries has allowed her a true understanding of the market with real-time data. Lindsey represents the top 20% professionals, and knows how to present her candidates’ with a competitive approach to land them their next career move. Whether you are searching for your next opportunity or if you need to locate top-quality HSE talent, Lindsey will be dedicated to your search! All interviews are set by appointment only and we do not allow walk-ins at any location.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/V/D.Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S.Clients will not sponsor visas. Login to save this search and get notified of similar positions.
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Posted: 07/25/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Industry: Sales Job Number: 19460 Pay Rate: 175,000 Instant Interview Available Job Description
Join a rapidly expanding energy technology company as their Business Development Manager, responsible for driving commercial electric vehicle battery sales, developing strategic partnerships with automotive OEMs, and accelerating market penetration within the electrification sector. Be a pivotal revenue generation partner to executive leadership and guide sales initiatives across the commercial EV and automotive manufacturing markets. This is a direct hire opportunity with flexible work arrangements based in Houston, Texas or remote options available with 50% travel. Candidates from California will not be considered.Â
Company Profile: A publicly traded technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures advanced energy storage solutions. By integrating the entire process from raw material sourcing to final system assembly, the organization has developed a diverse family of products covering a broad spectrum of market applications across multiple industries.
Your Role: Develop Strategic Partnerships: Create and nurture relationships with automotive advisors, suppliers, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to accelerate adoption of advanced battery technology solutions Drive the Sales Process: Execute comprehensive prospecting initiatives, qualify potential opportunities, and successfully close sales for commercial electric vehicle battery systems through diverse sourcing methods and industry connections Deliver Solution-Focused Presentations: Provide persuasive demonstrations to OEMs highlighting fast-charging battery capabilities, energy storage solutions, and consulting services customized to their electrification objectives Execute Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work alongside solution consultants, sales leadership, and technical specialists to develop strategies and secure high-impact opportunities within the commercial EV sector Facilitate Product Enhancement: Collaborate directly with product management and engineering divisions on battery validation projects and OEM-specific specifications Manage Client Partnerships: Engage in routine communication with clients and partners, coordinating quarterly business assessments to strengthen and expand strategic alliances Accelerate Revenue Performance: Achieve and surpass individual daily, weekly, and monthly sales objectives while supporting overall organizational growth targets Optimize CRM Platforms: Employ Salesforce and additional tools to monitor all sales activities, opportunity pipeline, and customer engagement Cultivate Industry Knowledge: Build and sustain comprehensive expertise in automotive electrification developments, EV market forces, battery technology specifications, and competitive environment Generate Market Intelligence: Supply product pricing recommendations and market analysis to leadership based on current developments in operational and capital investment sectors Engineer Solution Strategies: Construct value propositions through understanding market requirements from the client viewpoint, developing customized battery solutions and communication approaches
Background Profile: Bachelor's degree or comparable professional background 5+ years of B2B sales expertise, ideally in automotive, clean technology, or SaaS platforms Demonstrated business development experience with specialization in new client acquisition and opportunity generation Proven history of creating and completing complex, high-impact sales opportunities Outstanding presentation, communication, and consultative listening capabilities Expert negotiation skills with confirmed ability to finalize agreements and accelerate revenue Background with challenger sales approaches and advisory selling techniques Automotive sector experience highly valued (OEM partnerships, commercial vehicles, electrification developments) Knowledge of battery technology, energy storage platforms, or similar clean technology solutions beneficial Experience with automotive CRM platforms, dealer management systems (DMS), and industry workflows Superior workplace productivity with robust project coordination and multitasking capabilities Self-directed with exceptional work standards and consistent integrity Team-oriented approach to collaborating across multiple divisions to provide comprehensive solutions Dedicated to ongoing education about advancing EV technology and market evolution Flexibility to travel up to 50% nationally to engage with clients and participate in industry functions Background in industry councils, trade organizations, and automotive conferences Demonstrated capability to build trusted consultant relationships with executive leadership and primary decision makers
Features and Benefits of Client: Medical, Dental, Vision PTO and Paid Holidays 401k Short and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Career Growth Bonus Opportunity Job Requirements
sales manager, director of sales, auto sales Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas. Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested by Frontline Source Group or its affiliates until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job. Lindsey Davidson is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University and has been with Frontline Source Group for over 5 years as an Executive Recruiter. Lindsey specializes in the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) sector, specifically with the following: HSE Director, HSE Manager, Quality & Safety Managers HSE Specialist, HSQE, HSEQ, HSEQ Management and Analysts. Working with these professionals nationwide in varying industries has allowed her a true understanding of the market with real-time data. Lindsey represents the top 20% professionals, and knows how to present her candidates’ with a competitive approach to land them their next career move. Whether you are searching for your next opportunity or if you need to locate top-quality HSE talent, Lindsey will be dedicated to your search! All interviews are set by appointment only and we do not allow walk-ins at any location.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/V/D.Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S.Clients will not sponsor visas. Login to save this search and get notified of similar positions.
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