Senior Sales Manager, UAV Batteries

Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Sales Strategy: Create and implement a strategic sales plan to penetrate and expand market share within the UAV sector. Identify key target accounts in both commercial and defense segments.
• Leverage Industry Relationships: Utilize existing contacts within defense, aerospace, and UAV sectors to open new opportunities and strengthen Lyten's market position.
• Drive Revenue Growth: Exceed quarterly and annual sales targets by managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting and lead qualification to closing deals with new customers.
• Forge Strategic Partnerships: Establish long-term relationships with UAV OEMs, defense primes, and technology integrators to embed Lyten batteries in next-generation platforms.
• Serve as a Technical Expert: Develop a deep technical understanding of Lyten's Li-S battery technology and articulate its performance advantages (higher energy density, lower weight, improved safety) to a technical audience.
• Collaborate with Internal Teams: Work closely with the product development, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure customer requirements are met and to provide market feedback for future product innovation.
• Prepare and Deliver Proposals: Create and present compelling technical proposals, demonstrations, and product overviews to potential customers.
• Conduct Market Research: Stay informed about industry trends, market needs, and the competitive landscape to refine sales strategies and identify new opportunities.
• Forecast and Report: Provide accurate sales forecasts and regularly report on sales, revenue, and expenses to senior management.
• Attend Industry Events: Represent Lyten at relevant industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to build brand awareness and generate new leads.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of the UAV market, its applications, and key players in both commercial and defense sectors.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and growing business revenue.
• Proven ability to sell complex, high-value technology solutions and navigate both commercial and government procurement environments.
• Experience selling advanced technology solutions, with a strong preference for candidates with direct experience in the battery, aerospace, or defense industries.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience using CRM software and sales analytics tools.
• Willingness to travel to meet with clients and attend industry events.
• Physical Requirements:
• This role will require long periods of standing and heavy travel
• Compensations Range:
• The expected base salary range for this position is between
• $155,200.00 - $232,800.00 The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.
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Additional Information

Lyten is leading an industrial revolution through Lyten 3D Graphene™, a breakthrough supermaterial unlocking a new generation of products - from lithium-sulfur batteries and energy storage systems to concrete admixtures, lightweight composites, and next-generation sensors that are revolutionizing industries. Together, these innovations are making a massive global improvement and driving real-world impact across energy, mobility, construction, and defense. At Lyten, we believe the most meaningful careers begin with purpose - and with people who want to make a difference. We're not just developing advanced supermaterials - we're about to change the world as we know it, reshaping how energy is stored, how products are built, and how progress is made. We're entering an exciting growth phase, scaling production across the U.S. and Europe and expanding our team of engineers, scientists, and innovators. Apply now to join our team and be part of something bigger than yourself - where collaboration, creativity, and purpose come together to build the technologies that will define the next century. Senior Sales Manager, UAV Batteries Lyten is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Sales Manager, UAV Batteries to lead the growth of our lightweight, high-performance Li-S batteries in the commercial and defense Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) markets within the Europe region. The Senior Sales Manager for UAV Batteries will develop and execute a comprehensive go-to-market strategy, forge relationships with top UAV manufacturers, integrators, and defense contractors, and leverage their existing network across the UAV ecosystem to accelerate adoption of Lyten's breakthrough battery technology.

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