Director, Business Development
Niron
About this role
Director of Business Development at Niron Magnetics is a senior executive role focused on establishing strategic partnerships and securing major, long-term commercial agreements for the company's breakthrough iron nitride magnet technology. The role operates at the intersection of technology, manufacturing, and executive-level negotiation, coordinating with engineering, operations, finance, and legal teams to shape partnership frameworks and go-to-market strategies that accelerate global adoption. Based in Minneapolis with up to 50% travel, this position will drive growth by engaging with global OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across multiple industries, including automotive, robotics, and industrial automation.
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About Niron
nironmagnetics.comNiron Magnetics is a materials‑technology company commercializing the world’s only high‑performance, rare‑earth‑free permanent magnets. Their iron‑based magnets deliver performance comparable to neodymium‑based magnets while avoiding the supply‑chain, cost and environmental issues tied to rare earths and enabling scalable, lower‑carbon manufacturing. Niron targets electrification and decarbonization markets—EV and industrial motors, generators, wind turbines, robotics and consumer electronics—partnering with OEMs and manufacturers to integrate more sustainable, reliable magnet solutions.
About Niron
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$170k – $195k
per year