Director of Business Development

Welcome to IONNA, the joint venture founded by eight global automotive leaders, including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota. At IONNA, we're revolutionizing the EV charging landscape in North America by creating a high-powered charging network that's set to redefine the way we drive.

Our Mission:

We're on a mission to make EV charging reliable, accessible, and convenient. With a commitment to deploying a minimum of 30,000 chargers, we're shaping the future of electric mobility, exceeding industry standards and leading the charge toward a sustainable, zero-emission tomorrow.

Why Join IONNA:

• Pioneering Spirit: Be part of a groundbreaking joint venture that is aiming to change the driving experience in North America.
• Innovation Hub: Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology and redefine the future of EVs.
• Sustainability Focus: Contribute to a greener planet by powering our stations exclusively with renewable energy.
• Dynamic Culture: Join a passionate team committed to shaping the landscape of electric mobility.
• Endless Opportunities: Grow professionally in an industry that's set to reshape the automotive world.

Join IONNA and be a driving force in the EV revolution. Your journey starts here.

Position Summary

The Director, Business Development will play a critical role in crafting and executing fundamental partnerships for IONNA. From strategic site hosts to automakers, tech partners to utilities, this role will identify opportunities to exponentially accelerate IONNAs growth goals and elevate the customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with external parties to accelerate IONNAs mission
• Create, execute, and negotiate strategic agreements with partners
• Identify large and small opportunities to scale with great retail and site-host partners
• Implement and manage key partnerships with all automakers
• Perform due diligence and strategic-fit assessments on potential opportunities
• Work cross-functionally with Legal, Site Acquisition, Deployment, and Technology teams.
• Oversee partnership performance and ensuring alignment with business goals
• Develop scalable models for formalizing partnerships

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of partnership management experience
• Proven track record in partnership management and deal negotiation
• Experience crafting, negotiating, and executing strategic agreements
• Bachelor’s degree in applicable area of study including Business, Finance, Economics
• Exceptional communication and project management skills to effectively progress projects
• Adept commercial mindset with ability to develop creative solutions
• Outstanding organizational ability to comprehensively maintain partner portfolio
• Detailed understanding of the current public fast charging landscape

IONNA is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices through a competitive base salary, as well as offering bonus programs, comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(K), and paid holidays. Actual base salaries are based on several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. IONNA is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.