VP of Corporate Strategy at MICROVAST INC – Stafford, Texas

Onsite (STAFFORD, TX)

Microvast Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: MVST) is a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

Job Description

• Under direction of both CEO and president, develop a long-term corporate growth strategy, identify market opportunities, technological shifts, and competitive dynamics within the global lithium-ion battery ecosystem.
• Translate strategic insights into actionable plans for both M&A and organic internal development.
• Assist in planning the company's long-term capital strategy, assessing various funding mechanisms to fuel growth initiatives and balance sheet optimization.
• Continue to cultivate and manage strategic relationships with investment banks, leveraging their market insights, valuation expertise, and access to capital markets for both M&A activities and broader fundraising efforts.

• Understand business strategy from CEO and drive M&A lifecycle, from strategic target identification and financial modeling/valuation to deal structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and post-merger integration planning.
• Assist in securing critical raw material supply (pending operational expansion), acquiring next-generation battery chemistry or manufacturing technologies, expanding production capacity, achieving strategic vertical integration, and gaining crucial market access in key geographies.
• Identify, onboard, and manage external M&A advisors, [legal counsel], and specialized consultants to seamlessly execute transactions without a direct internal M&A team.

• Lead the identification, evaluation, and championing of key internal growth initiatives, including moving towards an economics driven R&D process and mindset, supply chain localization efforts, and cost reduction programs.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to build business cases, secure internal alignment, and ensure the successful implementation of strategic projects as determined by the President’s office.

• Provide insights directly to the CEO and president on competitor strategies, and disruptive technologies shaping battery manufacturing.
• Monitor industry benchmarks, regulatory landscapes, and geopolitical factors impacting the supply chain and demand for lithium-ion batteries.

• Influence and guide various internal departments (Finance, Operations, R&D, Legal, Sales) and manage a network of external partners to achieve strategic objectives in the absence of a dedicated reporting team.
• Establish metrics for strategic initiatives, monitor progress, and provide concise on strategic execution, M&A pipeline, and overall growth trajectory.
• Partner with Business Development and Investor Relations to effectively communicate the company's strategic vision and growth drives to the investment community.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate strategy or corporate
• development, with a strong emphasis on M&A and strategic growth initiatives.
• Proven success leading M&A transactions.
• Exceptional financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Understanding of capital markets, investment banking relationships, and various
• funding mechanisms.
• Deep analytical capabilities with a strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools to derive actionable insights from complex datasets.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, anticipate challenges, and develop proactive, data-driven solutions in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
• Strong project management and change leadership skills, including PMO implementation and KPI tracking.

Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.