Director of Co-Mineral Sales
Electrasteel · Boulder, Colorado, United States · Posted Jun 22, 2026
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Who we are:
Electra is reinventing ironmaking from the ground up with a breakthrough electrochemical technology that produces high purity clean iron and critical co - minerals. With two operating pilots in Boulder and a new demonstration facility underway in Jefferson County, we’re on track to reach commercial scale by the end of the decade. Backed by over $300 million and strategic partnerships with global leaders across mining, steel, and big tech, momentum is on our side . Recognized by Fast Company as a Most Innovative Company and a Next Big Thing in Tech, and named one of TIME’s 100 Climate Leaders, we’re building a company shaping the future of industry. If y ou’re looking to make an impact and join a team t hat’s driven, focused, and scaling, we want to hear from you.
What you will do:
The Director of Co-Mineral Sales will lead Electra’s commercial strategy and execution for critical co-minerals. This role is responsible for identifying and/or developing markets and customers for the valuable critical co-minerals generated by Electra’s process of creating high-purity, clean iron. This role will work closely with the Head of Technology Commercialization and other internal and external stakeholders to define the appropriate co-minerals and form factors to be developed by Electra.
The ideal candidate is a stra tegic, results-driven sales leader with deep industrial experience, strong market knowledge, and a passion for advancing clean and sustainable technologies.
Responsibilities include:
Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy targeting critical co-mineral customers
Drive revenue growth, market penetration, and customer adoption of Electra’s critical co-mineral products
Own and manage sales forecasting, pipeline development, and performance tracking through CRM systems
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives and decision-makers within the critical co-mineral sectors
Lead complex negotiations and secure high-value, strategic contracts
Navigate multi-stakeholder procurement processes and long sales cycles
Monitor and stay ahead of market trends, sustainability regulations, and industry developments
Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, and Operations to align go-to-market strategies with customer needs
Provide actionable market insights to inform product development and overall commercial strategy
Represent Electra at industry events, conferences, and trade shows
Foster a high-performance sales culture through coaching, mentorship, and active leadership
Lead by example as a hands-on sales leader, managing both team performance and a personal book of business
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company policies
Perform additional duties as assigned
What we need you to bring to the team:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required
15+ years of progressive B2B sales experience, ideally within industrial, steel, mining, or clean technology sectors
Proven track record selling into industrial markets and navigating complex, multi-stakeholder buying environments
Strong understanding of market dynamics, including sustainability regulations and low-carbon material trends
Demonstrated ability to structure and negotiate high-impact, strategic agreements
Experience collaborating in executive-level customer engagements and joint selling environments
Strong CRM utilization for pipeline management and sales execution
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and build credibility across senior stakeholders
Hands-on, “player-coach” leadership style with the ability to drive both strategy and execution
Proven ability to build and scale high-performing sales teams through coaching, communication, and accountability
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Results-oriented with strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
What we want you to bring to the team:
Willingness to travel frequently (25–50%)
Experience in high-growth or scaling organizations strongly preferred
Experience in strategic planning, marketing, and mergers and acquisitions
Proficiency in additional languages
MBA or advanced related degree
Compensation:
The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $170,000-$222,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.
Benefits For You:
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans
$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)
Benefits For Your Family:
100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Benefits For Your Future:
401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one
Eligibility for incentive stock options
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