Redwood Materials, Inc.
FP&A Leader, Commercial Partnership
Redwood Materials, Inc., Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408
Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling—keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2019, we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.
As the FP&A Leader for Commercial, you will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and decision support for our commercial teams. You'll work at the intersection of finance and business strategy, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive revenue growth, maximize operational efficiency, and support market expansion in the rapidly evolving energy transition landscape. This role is open to our site locations in Reno, San Francisco & the Charleston SC area.
Responsibilities
Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long‑range planning processes for the Commercial organization
Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate commercial and business development opportunities, pricing strategies, and market scenarios
Provide variance analysis and insights on commercial performance against plan, identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actions to drive greater efficiency
Build and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that measure commercial effectiveness
Strategic Business Partnership
Partner directly with Commercial leadership to support strategic decision‑making
Evaluate the financial viability of customer contracts, supplier partnerships, and business development opportunities
Provide analytical support for pricing and cost optimization and contract negotiations
Conduct competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform commercial strategy
Risk Management & Financial Controls
Identify and assess financial risks related to commercial operations
Develop risk mitigation strategies and scenario planning for commercial uncertainties
Ensure proper financial controls and governance over commercial transactions
Reporting & Insights
Prepare executive‑level presentations and financial reports for senior leadership
Translate financial data into clear, compelling narratives that drive business decisions
Develop reporting tools to provide real‑time visibility into commercial performance
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, and Corporate FP&A teams to ensure alignment of financial objectives
Work with Operations and Supply Chain to understand cost structures and optimize commercial margins
Support corporate development activity as needed
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field; MBA or CFA preferred
10+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 3‑5 years supporting commercial or revenue‑generating functions
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis
Strong understanding of revenue recognition, margin analysis, and commercial finance principles
Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive, Anaplan, Hyperion)
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Proven track record of influencing senior leadership and driving business growth and operational efficiency
Experience in the energy, battery, electric vehicle, recycling, chemical, or manufacturing industries
Familiarity with energy storage, recycling, or chemical economic models
Familiarity with commodity pricing dynamics and long‑term supply agreements
Experience in high‑growth, early‑stage, capital‑intensive businesses
Experience supporting customer‑facing or sales organizations
Physical Requirements
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
Working Conditions
Office setting
Some travel may be required, up to 25%
The position is full‑time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
As set forth in Redwood Materials’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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As the FP&A Leader for Commercial, you will be responsible for financial planning, analysis, and decision support for our commercial teams. You'll work at the intersection of finance and business strategy, translating complex financial data into actionable insights that drive revenue growth, maximize operational efficiency, and support market expansion in the rapidly evolving energy transition landscape. This role is open to our site locations in Reno, San Francisco & the Charleston SC area.
Responsibilities
Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long‑range planning processes for the Commercial organization
Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate commercial and business development opportunities, pricing strategies, and market scenarios
Provide variance analysis and insights on commercial performance against plan, identifying key drivers and recommending corrective actions to drive greater efficiency
Build and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that measure commercial effectiveness
Strategic Business Partnership
Partner directly with Commercial leadership to support strategic decision‑making
Evaluate the financial viability of customer contracts, supplier partnerships, and business development opportunities
Provide analytical support for pricing and cost optimization and contract negotiations
Conduct competitive analysis and market intelligence to inform commercial strategy
Risk Management & Financial Controls
Identify and assess financial risks related to commercial operations
Develop risk mitigation strategies and scenario planning for commercial uncertainties
Ensure proper financial controls and governance over commercial transactions
Reporting & Insights
Prepare executive‑level presentations and financial reports for senior leadership
Translate financial data into clear, compelling narratives that drive business decisions
Develop reporting tools to provide real‑time visibility into commercial performance
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, and Corporate FP&A teams to ensure alignment of financial objectives
Work with Operations and Supply Chain to understand cost structures and optimize commercial margins
Support corporate development activity as needed
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field; MBA or CFA preferred
10+ years of progressive FP&A experience, with at least 3‑5 years supporting commercial or revenue‑generating functions
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis
Strong understanding of revenue recognition, margin analysis, and commercial finance principles
Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and financial planning systems (e.g., Adaptive, Anaplan, Hyperion)
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Proven track record of influencing senior leadership and driving business growth and operational efficiency
Experience in the energy, battery, electric vehicle, recycling, chemical, or manufacturing industries
Familiarity with energy storage, recycling, or chemical economic models
Familiarity with commodity pricing dynamics and long‑term supply agreements
Experience in high‑growth, early‑stage, capital‑intensive businesses
Experience supporting customer‑facing or sales organizations
Physical Requirements
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
Working Conditions
Office setting
Some travel may be required, up to 25%
The position is full‑time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
As set forth in Redwood Materials’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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