Business Development Manager (顧客との事業開拓)
About the role
Business Development Manager (顧客との事業開拓) 仕事概要 At TeraWatt Technology, you will help transform breakthrough lithium-ion battery innovation into market-shaping partnerships and scalable growth. We design and build next-generation cells that are lighter, smaller, more powerful, and safer—with a bold mindset we call “Make it Work at Scale.” Our first mass-production facility is now online and ISO 9001 certified, targeting commercial sales from 2026. Backed by fresh funding and recently strengthened leadership, we are accelerating toward global manufacturing scale. Joining TeraWatt means being part of a team that transforms technological advantage into lasting impact—closing high-value deals, shaping the future of electrified mobility and industry, and advancing our mission of Electrifying all for a sustainable future. 【Mission】 ・Drive company growth by expanding business opportunities with new and existing customers in the lithium-ion battery market. ・Act as the primary customer interface, leading proposals, negotiations, contracts, and joint projects with global partners. ・Collaborate closely with internal teams (PM, R&D, Manufacturing) to ensure customer
requirements are reflected in product and technology roadmaps. ・Contribute to strategic planning, fundraising support, and market intelligence through insights from customers and industry trends. 【
Responsibilities】 ・Serve as the main contact for assigned customers (automotive, mobility, drone, power tools, and device manufacturers). ・Conduct customer presentations, lead negotiations, and review contracts (in English or Japanese, with legal support). ・Manage customer projects from proposal through execution, ensuring alignment with technical and commercial objectives. ・Collect and share customer
requirements and feedback with internal stakeholders, supporting collaboration and development. ・Analyze market data, customer feedback, and technical perspectives to generate strategic insights and proposals. ・Share industry trend information with
the team to strengthen decision-making. ・Support fundraising activities and other business development initiatives. ・Represent the company at international exhibitions, conferences, and customer meetings. 必須スキル At TeraWatt Technology, you will help transform breakthrough lithium-ion battery innovation into market-shaping partnerships and scalable growth. We design and build next-generation cells that are lighter, smaller, more powerful, and safer—with a bold mindset we call “Make it Work at Scale.” Our first mass-production facility is now online and ISO 9001 certified, targeting commercial sales from 2026. Backed by fresh funding and recently strengthened leadership, we are accelerating toward global manufacturing scale. Joining TeraWatt means being part of a team that transforms technological advantage into lasting impact—closing high-value deals, shaping the future of electrified mobility and industry, and advancing our mission of Electrifying all for a sustainable future. 【Mission】 ・Drive company growth by expanding business opportunities with new and existing customers in the lithium-ion battery market. ・Act as the primary customer interface, leading proposals, negotiations, contracts, and joint projects with global partners. ・Collaborate closely with internal teams (PM, R&D, Manufacturing) to ensure customer
requirements are reflected in product and technology roadmaps. ・Contribute to strategic planning, fundraising support, and market intelligence through insights from customers and industry trends. 【
Responsibilities】 ・Serve as the main contact for assigned customers (automotive, mobility, drone, power tools, and device manufacturers). ・Conduct customer presentations, lead negotiations, and review contracts (in English or Japanese, with legal support). ・Manage customer projects from proposal through execution, ensuring alignment with technical and commercial objectives. ・Collect and share customer
requirements and feedback with internal stakeholders, supporting collaboration and development. ・Analyze market data, customer feedback, and technical perspectives to generate strategic insights and proposals. ・Share industry trend information with
the team to strengthen decision-making. ・Support fundraising activities and other business development initiatives. ・Represent the company at international exhibitions, conferences, and customer meetings. 歓迎スキル 【Nice-to-Have
Qualifications】 ・Experience in the lithium-ion battery industry, especially in sales or customer-facing roles. ・Track record of handling large-scale contracts with major global manufacturers. ・Familiarity with EVs, renewable energy, drones, or energy storage systems. 求める人物像 【Background & Experience】 ・Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in science or engineering. ・Global mindset: Comfortable working in cross-cultural teams with frequent English use. ・5–10 years in B2B industries. ・At least 3+ years in sales, business development, or customer-facing technical roles. ・Experience in Lithium Ion Bat ・Experience managing key accounts and negotiations with OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, or energy solution providers. ・Hands-on involvement in large-scale contract discussions (commercial and legal aspects). ・Participation in strategic planning or fundraising is a plus. 【Skills & Competencies】 ・Commercial acumen: Strong ability to manage quotations, pricing structures, and business models. ・Technical literacy: Able to understand and explain battery specifications (performance, safety, cost trade-offs). ・Customer engagement: Skilled at building and maintaining long-term relationships with global customers. ・Strategic thinking: Capable of analyzing market/industry data and translating insights into business opportunities. ・Cross-functional collaboration: Works seamlessly with PM, R&D, Manufacturing, and Legal. ・Negotiation & communication: Confident in presentations, discussions, and deal-making in both English and Japanese. 【Personality Traits】 ・Result-driven: Motivated by achieving ambitious growth targets. ・Relationship-builder: Values trust, empathy, and long-term partnerships. ・Analytical & logical: Quickly organizes complex technical and business information for decision-making. ・Proactive & self-starter: Takes initiative in customer engagement and internal coordination. ・Collaborative leadership: Balances independence with teamwork, focused on collective success. ・Resilient: Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure, global startup environment. 応募概要 給与 勤務地 雇用形態 勤務体系 試用期間 福利厚生
About TeraWatt Technology
TeraWatt Technology is an advanced battery startup that develops, manufactures, and commercialises next-generation lithium-ion batteries with ultra-high energy density, high power output, enhanced safety, and competitive cost, targeting demanding applications such as electric vehicles, drones, eVTOL aircraft, and energy storage systems.
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Job details
Funding
Total raised
$140M
Last stage
Series C
Investors
Founders
Ken Ogata
Co-Founder & CEO
Yifan Tang
Co-Founder
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.
