VP Commercial

• Type: Permanent
• Job #2907

About the Company:

A pioneering clean-tech company developing a breakthrough green mineral production technology. Our mission is to decarbonize heavy industry by replacing traditional high-emission processes with a low-temperature, renewable-powered alternative. Backed by leading investors and driven by innovation, we are scaling our solution to meet the growing global demand for sustainable materials.

Role Overview:

The person will lead the company’s commercial strategy with a primary focus on securing long-term offtake and purchase agreements for our green mineral product. This executive will play a critical role in positioning the company as a supplier to global industrial buyers seeking low-carbon, responsibly sourced materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Offtake & Purchase Agreements
• Lead negotiations and secure binding offtake agreements with major purchasers of green minerals, including electric arc furnace (EAF) operators, automotive manufacturers, and industrial buyers.
• Develop pricing models and contract structures aligned with market dynamics and sustainability premiums.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with procurement leaders at global companies (e.g., BMW, Porsche, ZF, and others).

Commercial Strategy & Market Development:

• Define and execute a go-to-market strategy for green minerals, targeting premium-paying customers in North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities, including niche applications and emerging regulatory-driven demand.

Strategic Partnerships:

• Establish strategic alliances with trading houses, manufacturers, and industrial buyers to support commercialization.
• Collaborate with the technology and operations teams to align production timelines with customer demand.

Regulatory & Policy Engagement:

• Support policy advocacy efforts related to green materials, carbon offsets, and critical minerals.
• Engage with government stakeholders to align offtake strategy with funding and regulatory incentives.

Investment & Financial Support:

• Contribute to investor presentations and due diligence processes by articulating commercial
• traction and revenue forecasts.
• Support the development of commercial inputs for project financing and SC-IPO readiness.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in commercial leadership roles within the mining, metals, or industrial materials sectors.
• Proven track record of securing large-scale offtake or supply agreements.
• Deep understanding of global procurement practices and sustainability-driven purchasing trends.
• Strong negotiation skills and executive presence.
• Experience working with multinational clients and navigating complex regulatory environments.
• Willingness to relocate to Boulder, CO, or travel extensively.
• Ideal Candidate Profile
• Senior professionals with deep industry networks, including those recently affected by restructuring or retirement.
• Global perspective with experience in high-value industrial sales and sustainability-focused markets.
• Passion for innovation, climate impact, and reshaping legacy industries.

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