Strategic Planning Lead - Specialty Chemicals / Battery Materials

Company: System One
Location: Spring
Posted on: April 27, 2025

Job Description:

Position: Strategic Planning Lead - Battery materials / Specialty Chemicals

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Location: The Woodlands, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Travel: Approximately 30% (domestic and international)

Overview:
System One is assisting an international battery materials and specialty chemical company in hiring a Strategic Planning Lead to drive North American business execution and alignment with global strategy. This individual contributor role offers exposure to global leadership, high-impact initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration across North America, Europe, and APAC regions.

Responsibilities:

Lead strategic initiatives that align North American business operations with global priorities


Support go-to-market (GTM) strategies for new product introductions and service offerings


Develop and manage project timelines, execution frameworks, and financial tracking for key business initiatives


Identify strategic partnerships across startups, universities, and research institutions


Translate corporate objectives into actionable regional plans that address local market dynamics


Analyze competitive landscapes, emerging technologies, and market trends to inform business decisions


Act as a cross-functional connector between teams spanning strategy, R&D, product, and commercial operations


Facilitate alignment between global and regional leadership through structured communication and reporting


Contribute to capability building in offering management, innovation, and market entry strategy



Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Materials Science; MBA preferred


5-7 years of experience in strategy execution, go-to-market initiatives, or B2B project management


Background in consulting, corporate strategy, or technical sales is highly valued


Experience in clean tech, chemicals, or the broader energy sector is preferred


Strong analytical and project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities


Proven ability to work cross-functionally and across global time zones


Excellent written and verbal communication skills with stakeholder alignment experience


Exposure to global markets, especially Europe and/or APAC, is a plus


Open innovation or partnership development experience is an advantage


Willingness to travel approximately 30% (U.S., Canada, China, Europe)


Opportunity for a future managerial path based on performance and company growth trajectory

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