Director of Business Development

Cache Energy, one of the fastest growing and U.S. Department of Energy award-winning energy storage startups, is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Business Development leader to join a dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a company at the forefront of energy solutions of the future. Cache’s mission is to build and commercialize the most reliable and cost effective heat electrification and energy storage technologies.

About Cache Energy

Cache Energy is a U.S.-based technology company developing advanced thermochemical energy storage systems for ultra-long-duration energy storage and heat electrification. Headquartered in Champaign, IL, Cache’s mission is to deliver scalable, domestically manufactured solutions that strengthen energy resilience and independence across industrial, grid, and defense applications. of two U.S. Department of Energy awards, a testament to our groundbreaking technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities within the industrial heat and energy storage market.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including potential clients and partners.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging opportunities.
• Create and deliver compelling presentations and proposals to prospective clients.
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring alignment with company objectives and profitability targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering, product development, and marketing, to ensure seamless client integration and satisfaction.
• Represent Cache Energy at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.

Qualifications

• Technical background in chemical, mechanical or energy systems is preferred
• Understanding of industrial process heat equipment and related systems is preferred
• Proven track record of success in business development, sales, or account management, in electricity or natural gas, preferably within the heat electrification and energy storage s.
• Strong understanding of energy storage technologies and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits

• 100% health, dental and vision coverage
• At par market salary tuned to the level to experience
• Unlimited PTO
• Stock options

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to ***email_hidden*** at their earlier convenience. Please include "Business Development Manager Application" in the subject line.