Accelerated Materials (AM) is an innovative, seed-stage start-up commercializing a technology platform that bridges the gap between nanomaterial discovery and industrial-scale manufacturing. By combining advanced reaction processes with artificial intelligence and automation, we streamline the pathway of scale-up, reducing the time and cost by up to 90%. With this platform, we provide end-to-end solutions for the advanced materials industry, offering new capabilities and intellectual property in record time.

We are looking for a highly motivated Technical Business Development Manager to spearhead our commercial expansion. You will drive the adoption of our platform across a range of applications, from semiconductors to pharmaceuticals.

Key Responsibilities

• \tProspect and close deals within high-value verticals

• \tStructure Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) and licensing models which handle R&D, equipment sales and manufacturing agreements.

• \tTranslate complex customer requirements into clear targets and value propositions for our scientific and engineering team.

• \tManage key accounts, moving customers from sampling to production scale-up, working with across our commercial and technical teams.

• \tWork with our corporate strategy team to conduct value chain analysis and market size estimation.

Skills Required

• \tTechnical expertise in nanomaterials, for example, being able to comfortably discuss the customer requirements and relate them to our performance improvements in particle morphology control.

• \tAdvanced networking abilities within APAC and globally, with established contacts within the specialty chemicals ecosystem.

• \tThe ability to structure complex deals involving IP transfer, technology licensing, and co-development.

• \tA highly collaborative and flexible mindset, with experience of working with start-ups as well as large companies.

• \tExcellent presentation abilities, able to quickly craft presentations and give them to senior management on a regular basis.

• \tExpertise in managing sales CRMs like Monday, Hubspot, Salesforce

• \tExperience in working internationally, across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific regions

• \tAbility to travel up to 25-40% within APAC/Global

Qualifications

• \t5+ years in Business Development or Technical Sales within Semiconductor Materials, Electronic Chemicals, or Specialty Chemicals.

• \tA degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Physics.

• \tFamiliarity with supply chains in specialty chemicals and advanced materials

• \tA proven history of lead generation and closing deals involving new technology introduction or pilot-line adoption.

• \tThe ability to communicate fluently in professional English.

What You Will Gain

• \tA competitive equity package (ESOP) allowing you to share in the company's success

• \tA key role in shaping a high-growth, science-driven startup.

• \tThe opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in AI-driven materials science.

• \tFast-paced career growth potential in a rapidly moving start-up.

• \tMentorship from industry experts.

• \tA flexible work environment focused on creating impact