Senior Director Sales Marketing
Gotion Inc., Manteno, IL, United States
Job Title: Senior Director, Sales & Marketing
Location:
Manteno, IL (Onsite/Hybrid as required)
Legal Entity:
Gotion Inc
About the Role The Senior Director, Sales & Marketing is a senior commercial leader responsible for accelerating U.S. revenue growth, market penetration, and commercial capability build‑out in a high‑growth new energy business.
This role combines strategic ownership and operational execution, leading regional sales and marketing teams while building a scalable, disciplined commercial engine. The position plays a critical role in bridging U.S. market dynamics with global (Asia‑based) strategy, ensuring alignment, speed, and execution excellence.
Scope & Impact
Organization scope:
Regional Sales, Marketing, and Sales Operations
Market focus:
Energy Storage (ESS), EV, Battery, Industrial Energy Solutions
Mandate:
Drive revenue + build capability + scale commercial infrastructure
Key Responsibilities
Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
Own and deliver
regional revenue targets and market share growth
Develop and execute
strategic account plans
across OEMs, utilities, EPCs, and integrators
Identify and capture
new market opportunities
in ESS, EV, and energy transition sectors
Build long‑term
customer partnerships and ecosystem influence
Lead and scale a
high‑performing regional commercial team
Establish
clear performance metrics, pipeline rigor, and accountability culture
Upgrade team capability in
complex sales, deal execution, and customer engagement
Define and execute
integrated go‑to‑market strategy
aligned with business priorities
Strengthen
brand positioning and market credibility
in the U.S.
Drive
customer segmentation, product positioning, and value proposition clarity
Build and institutionalize
sales operating cadence
(forecasting, pipeline reviews, CRM discipline)
Optimize
pricing strategy, contract structure, and commercial governance
Cross-Regional Leadership
Serve as a key bridge between
U.S. commercial teams and global headquarters
Align execution with
global product roadmap and supply chain capabilities
Drive
cross-cultural integration
to improve decision speed and execution quality
Minimum Qualifications
10–15+ years of progressive experience in
Sales, Marketing, or Commercial Leadership
Proven track record of delivering
revenue growth in a $300M–$500M scale business
Strong experience in
B2B technical / industrial sales environments
Demonstrated capability in
sales operations, forecasting, and pipeline management
Experience operating in
high-growth, fast‑changing environments
Strong leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder alignment skills
Industry Experience (Required)
Direct experience in
New Energy / Energy Storage / EV / Battery / Power Systems
Strong preference for candidates from or with exposure to:
Tesla
Rivian
Fluence
AESC
Sungrow Power Supply
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience working with
Chinese / Asian multinational organizations
Experience supporting
U.S. market entry or rapid expansion phases
Balanced background across
sales leadership + marketing strategy
Strong understanding of
U.S. energy market, policy, and customer landscape
Results-Driven:
Delivers revenue and execution outcomes
Strategic & Commercial Mindset:
Connects market insight to business growth
Operational Discipline:
Builds systems, not just results
Team Builder:
Develops leaders and upgrades organizational capability
Execution Focus:
Moves with speed, clarity, and accountability
Organization Context This role leads a
regional commercial organization , including:
Sales (Key Accounts + Regional Sales)
Marketing (Product + Market + Brand)
Sales Operations (CRM, analytics, forecasting)
Primary objective:
Build a scalable commercial engine to support U.S. growth.
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.
Expected Pay Range $200,000 - $250,000 USD
Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.
We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
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Manteno, IL (Onsite/Hybrid as required)
Legal Entity:
Gotion Inc
About the Role The Senior Director, Sales & Marketing is a senior commercial leader responsible for accelerating U.S. revenue growth, market penetration, and commercial capability build‑out in a high‑growth new energy business.
This role combines strategic ownership and operational execution, leading regional sales and marketing teams while building a scalable, disciplined commercial engine. The position plays a critical role in bridging U.S. market dynamics with global (Asia‑based) strategy, ensuring alignment, speed, and execution excellence.
Scope & Impact
Organization scope:
Regional Sales, Marketing, and Sales Operations
Market focus:
Energy Storage (ESS), EV, Battery, Industrial Energy Solutions
Mandate:
Drive revenue + build capability + scale commercial infrastructure
Key Responsibilities
Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
Own and deliver
regional revenue targets and market share growth
Develop and execute
strategic account plans
across OEMs, utilities, EPCs, and integrators
Identify and capture
new market opportunities
in ESS, EV, and energy transition sectors
Build long‑term
customer partnerships and ecosystem influence
Lead and scale a
high‑performing regional commercial team
Establish
clear performance metrics, pipeline rigor, and accountability culture
Upgrade team capability in
complex sales, deal execution, and customer engagement
Define and execute
integrated go‑to‑market strategy
aligned with business priorities
Strengthen
brand positioning and market credibility
in the U.S.
Drive
customer segmentation, product positioning, and value proposition clarity
Build and institutionalize
sales operating cadence
(forecasting, pipeline reviews, CRM discipline)
Optimize
pricing strategy, contract structure, and commercial governance
Cross-Regional Leadership
Serve as a key bridge between
U.S. commercial teams and global headquarters
Align execution with
global product roadmap and supply chain capabilities
Drive
cross-cultural integration
to improve decision speed and execution quality
Minimum Qualifications
10–15+ years of progressive experience in
Sales, Marketing, or Commercial Leadership
Proven track record of delivering
revenue growth in a $300M–$500M scale business
Strong experience in
B2B technical / industrial sales environments
Demonstrated capability in
sales operations, forecasting, and pipeline management
Experience operating in
high-growth, fast‑changing environments
Strong leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder alignment skills
Industry Experience (Required)
Direct experience in
New Energy / Energy Storage / EV / Battery / Power Systems
Strong preference for candidates from or with exposure to:
Tesla
Rivian
Fluence
AESC
Sungrow Power Supply
Preferred Qualifications
Proven experience working with
Chinese / Asian multinational organizations
Experience supporting
U.S. market entry or rapid expansion phases
Balanced background across
sales leadership + marketing strategy
Strong understanding of
U.S. energy market, policy, and customer landscape
Results-Driven:
Delivers revenue and execution outcomes
Strategic & Commercial Mindset:
Connects market insight to business growth
Operational Discipline:
Builds systems, not just results
Team Builder:
Develops leaders and upgrades organizational capability
Execution Focus:
Moves with speed, clarity, and accountability
Organization Context This role leads a
regional commercial organization , including:
Sales (Key Accounts + Regional Sales)
Marketing (Product + Market + Brand)
Sales Operations (CRM, analytics, forecasting)
Primary objective:
Build a scalable commercial engine to support U.S. growth.
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range. This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion. The base pay range for this role is shown below, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, experiences, and location.
Expected Pay Range $200,000 - $250,000 USD
Gotion Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.
We provide equal opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), parental status, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At Gotion Inc., we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
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