Expert Partnerships & Business Development (all genders) (temporary until 31 December 2028)

Who we are

Our mission has started. We are starting our own battery cell production in Battery Valley in Salzgitter and ramping up our headquarters for global cell production. The Strategy department is responsible for the development and implementation of the global PowerCo strategy. Responsibilities range from strategy development, market intelligence and business development to strategic partner management.

This is a temporary position as a parental leave replacement until 31.12.2028.

Your role and key responsibilities

End-to-end responsibility as process owner for strategic non-equity partnerships
Management of complex international projects and interdisciplinary project teams
Development and evaluation of business models, business cases, benchmarking and scenario analyses
Contract negotiations in coordination with the relevant departments at PowerCo and the Volkswagen Group
Preparation of decision papers and communication with top decision-makers at PowerCo and cooperation partners

What you bring to the team

Bachelor's or master's degree in Business Administration/Economics/Industrial engineering/Law
Several years of relevant professional experience in a top international strategy consultancy, auditing firm (Big 4), investment bank, or a comparable corporate function
In-depth experience in managing complex interdisciplinary projects with international partners; negotiation experience desirable
Extensive knowledge of creating business models and business plans as well as benchmarking and scenario analyses; in-depth knowledge of IFRS is an advantage
Strong communication skills and business fluent in German and English

What makes you stand out

Relevant professional experience in the automotive or battery industry
Strong resilience, goal orientation in a volatile work environment
Independent, structured and result-oriented way of working

What to look forward to

Flexible working hours from 28 to 40h per week
Possibility of a 4-day-week (up to 35h per week)
30 days paid + 10 days unpaid leave
Mobile work options
Relocation support
More benefits to come

Company: PowerCo SE

Location:

Salzgitter, DE

Job Function: Strategy

Level of Experience: Professionals

Job ID: 4503

Publication Date: May 7, 2026

Are you a battery believer?

PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquartered in Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.

Questions?

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Benefits

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

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