Division President Jobs

Who we are:

This is an exciting time for NOVONIX as we build and grow our battery material and technology company to service the critical needs of the electric vehicle and energy storage supply chains. As a leader in the industry with operations in both Canada and the United States, NOVONIX develops advanced, high-performance materials and equipment, and provides consultative testing services for the global lithium-ion battery market. We provide the necessary materials and technologies our clients need to manufacture batteries that must have longer lifecycles, are more energy-efficient, have reduced chemical use and waste generation, and support a cleaner power input for an environmentally sustainable energy future.

Our NOVONIX Battery Technology Solutions (BTS) division, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, focuses on innovative battery research and development, along with providing advanced battery testing equipment and services on a global scale.

Role summary:

This person will report directly to the Chief Operations Officer and oversee operations at our two Canadian R&D facilities, leading a team of direct and indirect reports. In the role of President of BTS, you will be joining a world-class leadership team that is delivering innovative solutions to tough problems.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee all operations for two R&D facilities – one in Bedford and one in Dartmouth
• Identify and prioritize areas for improvement across all functional areas of the company, including operations, supply chain, finance, and customer service
• Support the Director of Sales in the screening, prioritization, and due diligence of potential client engagements with a view to maximizing commercial value
• Establish strategic direction of the organization’s operations and lead strategy implementation
• Demonstrate innovative thinking, ability to solve complex problems, proactive management in bringing new ideas and solutions to the client, and ensuring they are rolled out effectively
• Collaborate with other leaders in the organization to ensure alignment and support for operational excellence initiatives
• Build on the reputation as a renewable energy expert for new and existing clients by participating in pitches, providing sustainability positioning and market differentiation around NOVONIX’s offerings
• Provide strategic direction and guidance on ways to enhance and expand service delivery to the client, including leveraging partners, internal collaborations and the broader NOVONIX team
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, develop strategies, and implement processes to achieve goals
• Maintain strong networks with energy industry representatives and key stakeholders in the areas of project development, financing, advisory, and technologies
• Lead a team of 6 direct reports, 11 managers and 90 indirect reports in total

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proven ability to coach and mentor others to get results
• Problem solving aptitude
• Bachelor’s degree in business/science or relevant field is required
• At least 5 years' experience in planning and budgeting
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Advanced degree in business/science is preferred
• Strong analytical ability
• A critical thinker able to manage complex information
• A problem solver
• Strong working knowledge of operational procedures
• 15+ years' experience in a senior leadership role
• Able to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization

Learn more:

• Check us out at www.novonixgroup.com

Diversity Statement:

At NOVONIX, we cherish the value that diversity brings and believe that it makes our teams stronger and better able to serve our industry. We’re committing ourselves to inclusivity by building a company that embraces different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

If you see a job posting you believe you would excel at, but don’t meet 100% of the qualifications, we’d still love to hear from you. Just make sure to include a cover letter and explain why you’d be a great fit for the job. As an equal opportunity employer, we want to make sure everyone gets a fair chance.

NOVONIX prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.