One of the top global BESS players having deployed over 20 GWh of energy storage across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Known for its cutting-edge technology, it offers highly modular systems powered by a proprietary AI-driven EMS. Their vertically integrated model includes in-house manufacturing of PCS, battery modules, and packs.

Recently listed on the stock market due to its strong track record, the company is financially robust and rapidly expanding, especially in the US, where joining the team now means becoming one of the first dozen employees with significant opportunities to grow into leadership. The culture is collaborative and meritocratic, led by a high-performing team with deep industry expertise.

The Role

As Commercial Director, you will lead the commercial and contractual function for the North American business, overseeing everything from BSA and LTSA contracts to equipment procurement, insurance, claims, and dispute resolution.

This is a strategic, hands-on leadership role where you'll work cross-functionally with project, legal, and executive teams, ensuring all contracts are aligned with corporate policies while mitigating commercial risk in complex utility-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial aspects of project delivery, including subcontracting, procurement, insurance, claims management, and dispute resolution.
• Review and structure contracts to align with internal policies and reduce legal and financial exposure.
• Advise on risk mitigation and conduct commercial analysis across major project scopes.
• Negotiate directly with clients, joint ventures, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Collaborate closely with legal counsel to interpret relevant laws and ensure the company's interests are protected.
• Deliver internal training and guidance on key contractual and commercial topics.
• Support the implementation of corporate policies and maintain oversight of internal controls.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading contract management in the US utility or energy sector, ideally in BESS or large-scale renewable projects.
• Strong background in EPC or LTSA contracting, with hands-on knowledge of procurement, insurance, and claims.
• Skilled in negotiating and structuring commercial terms with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment and work autonomously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Based in the US or Canada, with willingness to travel (~20–25%).

Why Join?

• Join one of the top global BESS companies during an inflection point of North American growth.
• Operate at the center of contracting, commercial strategy, and project delivery.
• Shape the commercial backbone of multi-hundred MWh storage projects.
• Be part of a lean, expert team where your impact is immediate and long-lasting.