Product Manager, Next-Generation Battery Materials at Sila

About UsWe are Sila a next-generation battery materials company. Our mission is to power the worlds transition to clean energy. To create this future our team is building a better lithium-ion battery from the inside out today. We engineer and manufacture ground-breaking battery materials that significantly increase the energy density of batteries while reducing their size and weight. The result Smaller more powerful batteries that can unlock innovation in consumer devices and accelerate the mass adoption of electric cars to eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels. Were tackling one of the biggest challenges of our time every day and together were redefining whats possible. Are you ready to be a part of a team committed to changing the worldWho You AreAs a Product Manager you wont just manage products; youll shape the future of Silas groundbreaking battery materials. Youll operate at the critical intersection of market demand customer needs and our advanced R&D and engineering capabilities. Your primary objective will be to translate a visionary understanding of the battery landscape into tangible product roadmaps driving the most impactful development decisions for our next-generation materials.Youre a highly analytical data-driven and structured problem solver who thrives in complex evolving environments. You excel at providing strategic clarity and direction adeptly synthesizing diverse data points into actionable insights. An exceptional communicator and active listener you possess a profound passion for Silas technology and its potential to revolutionize the energy storage sector.Responsibilities and DutiesDefine and Champion Product Strategy: Develop and articulate a compelling product vision and comprehensive roadmap for Silas next-generation battery materials including new and emerging product lines beyond our existing Titan Silicon anode material. This includes aligning product initiatives with overarching market trends technological advancements and strategic business objectives.Drive Market & Customer Intelligence:Cultivate deep strategic relationships with key customers (OEMs and cell manufacturers) to intimately understand their evolving technical requirements performance gaps and future material needs.Conduct rigorous competitive analysis evaluating industry-leading battery materials across critical performance metrics to identify Silas unique value proposition and areas for strategic differentiation.Thoroughly document the full customer evaluation process for new battery materials including specific requirements testing protocols and decision-making criteria across diverse customer segments.Translate Requirements into Actionable Development:Translate complex OEM/cell maker requirements (in their final form factors) into precise internal test protocols and success metrics that can be rigorously evaluated within Silas labs and with development partners.Define the necessary internal capabilities Sila must developincluding specific form factors advanced test methodologies and scale-up processesto accelerate product development and meet future market demands.Prioritize and Lead Product Initiatives:Strategically prioritize internal development initiatives balancing company priorities critical customer needs and current Sila technology gaps.Develop and present comprehensive business cases for new product initiatives in conjunction with the Strategy team including market opportunity analysis financial projections technical feasibility and competitive landscape for executive evaluation and decision-making.Lead focused investigations into key material metrics synthesizing customer feedback defining clear and actionable targets for development teams and tracking progress against strategic objectives.Develop Technical Marketing & Commercialization Assets:Create compelling technical marketing materials and sales enablement tools. Provide a data-rich narrative that effectively communicates Silas unique value proposition performance advantages and technological differentiation to a diverse range of customers and strategic partners.Knowledge and Skill Requirements3-5 years of experience in Product Management or a closely related technical role within a hard-tech company ideally a leading battery cell manufacturer or a battery materials company supplying top-tier battery manufacturers.Demonstrated success in defining launching and managing products preferably within the advanced materials or energy storage sectors.Technical understanding of battery chemistry cell design manufacturing processes and the critical performance requirements for advanced battery materials (e.g. silicon anodes cathode materials electrolytes).In-depth knowledge of the product development lifecycle for novel materials including the unique challenges and opportunities associated with scaling from lab to commercial production.Proactive adaptable and results-oriented with a strong bias for action in a fast-paced high-growth environment. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse internal teamsBachelors degree in Materials Science Chemical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical field. An advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) is highly preferred.Physical Demands and Working ConditionsOperate a computer and other office equipment such as a laptop copier/printer a fixed locationMove long distances (such as from building to building) and be stationary for extended periods of timeThe starting base pay for this role is between $151000 and $191000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors such as education experience and skills. Base pay is only one part of Silas competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits perks equity and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. #LI-Onsite #LI-PL1Working at SilaWe believe that building a diverse team at Sila helps us amplify our individual talents. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment where good ideas are free to come from anyone. We are proud to celebrate diversity and all qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to gender race sexual orientation religion age disability national origin or any other status protected by law.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Inventory Control,Microsoft Access,Purchasing,Lean,Supply Chain Experience,Production Planning,ERP Systems,Leadership Experience,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 151000 - 191000