General Manager

Job Description : GM BDM DRC 15yrs experience in the electric battery/EV sector Job description: Researching the EV and electric battery market (particularly the domestic market in India) and establishing potential longterm relationships with future clients + establishing the stages required to begin sales Pilot plant should already be running with sampling processes/QC completed with clients and commercial agreements in place. Full-scale production should be close to commissioning. Developing and negotiating profitable contracts with clients. Participating in the techno-commercial development of the project, monitoring costs, ensuring clear financial modelling and execution. Develop an outlook for the Indian electric battery + EV market, including timelines of clients and their input requirements (i.e. cobalt sulphate, precursor, battery pack, final battery, or other). Develop clear outlook on the type of battery (li-ion, NMC, etc) which is likely to have the highest demand and the top potential clients. Contact clients and begin forming a preliminary relationship and understanding of collaboration/contract. Through the marketing knowledge, work to solidify a business plan for Infinite Elements and provide focus on the type of production required focusing on the Indian market outlook, but also considering export potential. Compare and understand the export cost/pricing compared to Chinese and other East Asian competitors. Begin development of testing lab and start establishing potential clients for those services. Testing lab established. Clients for testing lab confirmed. Pilot plant construction underway. Labscale samples being sent out to clients for approvals/QC checks/feedback. Pilot plant established. Samples sent out to clients. Commercial agreements should be close to finalization if not finalized. The candidate will be a part of the executive team currently developing this project. Over time, he/she may increase team members, but initially there will be no one reporting to this team member. Experience and expertise in the electric battery sector (from initial input requirements to precursor manufacturing to battery pack manufacturing) Knowledge in current trends in the EV and electric battery space Experience in business development In terms of project development (including working with technical consultants/providers to develop the project) In terms of client development Knowledge and understanding of developing business plans and strategies based on market trends/outlook Strong research skills Good negotiation skills Good financial/commercial understanding Strong Networking in the EV Cathode / Anode Industry.

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