Director of Marketing

Who we are:

Headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, Salient Energy Inc. is a global pioneer in the development of zinc-ion batteries. Our team includes scientists, engineers, and industry veterans, working together to bring this critical technology to the world. Salient employees live by our core values, creating a working environment as unique and sustainable as our technology.

At Salient we:

Take Action

• We solve problems with tenacity. We are effective. We get the job done.

Design with Purpose

• Our decisions are deliberate, our intentions are focused, and our direction is clear.

Are Accountable

• We make commitments to each other, to our customers, to our stakeholders, and we follow through. We are invested in outcomes and take ownership. We rely on each other, and take pride in being reliable.

Are Collaborators

• We recognize that mutual understanding enables mutual success. Through teamwork, respect, and diversity we push the boundaries of what is possible.

Are Courageous

• We are not afraid to speak up. We are not afraid to ask for help. We are not afraid to take initiative. We welcome adversity as it is an opportunity for growth.

Are Energy Givers

• To our people, our work, and our world. Together we turn stumbles into steps, we celebrate our wins, and channel our passion into our work.

The Role:

We are looking for a talented Director of Marketing to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for the development and execution of strategic marketing plans, successfully commercializing our zinc-ion technology including activities such as:

• Building resilient and efficient go-to-market strategies and systems for new products, features and services; including launch planning and timelines, communications, training, deliverables, and reporting
• Development of value-based product positioning and pricing.
• Delivering sales opportunities and qualified pipeline contributions through innovative outbound and inbound prospecting methods.
• Oversee ongoing competitive intelligence initiatives and market analysis to identify opportunities to differentiate the Salient brand.
• Increase total addressable market and market share for Salient offerings, and drive informed prioritization and trade-off of roadmap features.

You Are:

• Equipped with 7+ years of experience in the stationary energy market or related industry.
• A university graduate with education in marking, communications, economics, sales, or related field.
• Experienced with leading a marketing function with business-to-business sales and have been part of a solid growth story.
• Well versed in your understanding of the stationary energy storage market and products.
• Able to think creatively and communicate with excellence.
• Energized by identifying emerging trends and challenges and developing strategies to differentiate and compete in the global stationary energy market.

Salient Energy is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination and harassment, where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, can contribute fully and have equal opportunities. We do not discriminate based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, or status of having a pardoned or suspended conviction.