Director Clean Energy Business Development

CF Industries
United States, Illinois, Northbrook
Dec 18, 2024
At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you'll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You'll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world's transition to clean energy. Function: Job Summary:The Director of Clean Energy Business Development will play a pivotal role identifying growth opportunities, and sourcing new business for CF's low carbon ammonia and downstream nitrogen products. This leadership position will require a broad understanding of clean energy, demand drivers, technologies and technological development, supportive policy frameworks, and relevant market trends. This person will also maintain existing clean energy related relationships and ensure they are progressing positively. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally across the organization to understand related ongoing activities and establish a strategy for sourcing and execution of clean energy and decarbonization related business opportunities company wide. Job Description: Job Summary The Director of Clean Energy Business Development will play a pivotal role identifying growth opportunities, and sourcing new business for CF's low carbon ammonia and downstream nitrogen products. This leadership position will require a broad understanding of clean energy, demand drivers, technologies and technological development, supportive policy frameworks, and relevant market trends. This person will also maintain existing clean energy related relationships and ensure they are progressing positively. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally across the organization to understand related ongoing activities and establish a strategy for sourcing and execution of clean energy and decarbonization related business opportunities company wide. Job Responsibilities: Conduct analysis of global low carbon hydrogen, ammonia, and nitrogen fertilizer markets and demand drivers, including emerging trends in decarbonization, applicable regulatory policies, and technological advancements. Identify and pursue global sales opportunities for CF's clean energy and low carbon products and attributes, focusing primarily on non-traditional markets Build and maintain relationships with potential customers, stakeholders, industry partners, associations, and research institutions. Identify and initiate partnerships that align with the organization's strategic goals and enhance market presence. Transfer developed opportunities for execution, while providing ongoing support managing partner relationships Collaborate with the sales and supply chain group to maintain a comprehensive understanding of company-wide efforts to source and executing clean energy and low carbon product related business. Represent CF at domestic and international clean energy related conferences and events to communicate our strategy and form new business relationships Engage with policymakers and industry groups to influence the regulatory landscape and promote the benefits of clean energy solutions. Provide support to the broader CF staff pursuing decarbonized product sales opportunities. Prepare and present reports to senior leadership on clean energy business development progress vs. plan and potential opportunities. Build and mentor the clean energy business development team as needed to achieve targeted results. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree would be an asset. 10+ years of experience in business development, marketing or related roles within the energy, infrastructure, CPG or sustainability sectors Some understanding of energy systems, clean energy / decarbonization technologies, and supporting policy frameworks Proven track record of independently identifying and progressing new business opportunities and partnerships to achieve results Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others. Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and ability to identify opportunities that fit within CF's strategic fairway Ability to excel in a high collaborative environment Willingness to travel significantly to engage in-person with current and potential new business partners Previous supervisory experience is desired CF Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. 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