Senior Business Development Manager

Job description

Identify and develop new market opportunities and strategic customer relationships for Element Six's diamond-based technologies. Build strong networks across semiconductor, industrial, defense, and advanced manufacturing ecosystems to identify emerging trends and unmet market needs. Develop compelling business cases and growth strategies to support investment and resource prioritization. Lead engagement, presentations, negotiations, and relationship development with executive-level customer stakeholders.

Structure and negotiate strategic partnerships, supply agreements, licensing arrangements, and other commercial models that maximize long-term value. Establish and manage industry advisory relationships to strengthen market intelligence and strategic positioning. Collaborate with R&D, product development, operations, and commercial teams to align market requirements with technology roadmaps. Deliver annual opportunity development and market penetration plans aligned with E6's strategic growth objectives.

Qualifications

5 to 10 years’ experience in sales or business development for industrial applications/customers, including contract negotiations

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science; MBA preferred At least 5 years’ experience in the semiconductor industry Experience with Defense/US Government contracts preferred US citizen or Green Card holder
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

Demonstrated track record with high level of accountability and substantial, on-going results Demonstrated track record as self-starter with significant individual initiative Willing and able to travel up to 50% of time Ideally based near Santa Clara, Houston or Portland.