Sales Officer - Commercial (Kwinana)

About Us 

At Covalent Lithium, we are genuinely passionate about creating a clean energy future and supporting our teams who enable this vision. 

We have recently opened our mine and concentrator at Mt Holland, and are constructing a refinery in Kwinana, which will produce high-quality lithium hydroxide for lithium batteries around the world.

Our project will enable approximately 1 million electric vehicles to go on the road, every year for the next 50 years.

We are proud to foster a culture where people with different skills, experiences and backgrounds are welcomed and set-up for success.

Employee Benefits 

We support, empower and reward our people with a range of benefits:
•    Competitive remuneration, and annual incentives for eligible employees
•    Access to discounts, recognition and rewards
•    Access to flexible work arrangements
•    Dedicated wellbeing program support and discounted health insurance
•    Equal access to paid parental leave, financial support, return to work and parenting room
•    Salary sacrifice options for superannuation and novated leasing

Covalent Lithium is seeking a dynamic and driven Sales Officer to join our Commercial team in Kwinana. Reporting to the Manager - Sales & Logistics, this role is pivotal in supporting the sales strategy for our By-Products portfolio, building strong customer relationships, and contributing to the company’s vision and growth.

As a Sales Officer, you will:

•    Assist in developing and implementing a Sales Strategy for By-Products to achieve agreed sales targets in volume and price.
•    Build and maintain strong relationships with key global and domestic customers, ensuring a coordinated and customer-focused approach.
•    Identify and manage strategic sales opportunities to optimize business performance and deliver satisfactory returns.
•    Collaborate with the Commercial and Production teams to grow By-Product sales and align with business strategies.
•    Support logistics and regulatory processes for product delivery, ensuring compliance with agreed incoterms.
•    Provide customer feedback to the Production team to enhance product understanding and align supply chain strategies.
•    Contribute to sales budgets, forecasts, and marketing/pricing strategies to achieve financial and corporate goals.
•    Promote a strong safety culture, adhering to health, safety, environmental, and regulatory policies.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

Education: Tertiary qualifications in Marketing, Engineering, Science, or Commerce (Nice to have but not essential)
Qualifications: Current Driver’s Licence.

Experience:

• Experience in a B2B industry, ideally in chemical manufacturing or similar, is highly desirable but not essential.
   Proven sales and customer management experience with strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
•  High-level communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
•  Demonstrated relationship management experience.

Skills:

• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer literacy (SAP, MS Office, internet-based applications).
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of logistics and international shipping is advantageous.

Why Join Covalent Lithium?

At Covalent Lithium, we are committed to our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability, and Collaboration. You’ll be part of a team that:

•    Prioritizes health, safety, and environmental responsibility.
•    Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer focus.
•    Offers opportunities to contribute to strategic business growth and make a meaningful impact.

Location
This role is based in Kwinana, Western Australia.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with Covalent Lithium, apply now via SEEK with your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close: Tuesday 23rd September.

A competitive remuneration package commensurate with the role, candidate experience, skills and qualifications will be offered.

Our team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Candidates from all backgrounds and ages are encouraged to apply, including First Nations People, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities and those with neurodiverse, intersectional, or multiple diverse characteristics.

Covalent Lithium is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, with a focus on our employees. We recognise skills, expertise, commitment and living our values of Purpose, Care, Accountability and Collaboration. Our goal is to attract, develop, motivate, reward, and retain the best people in the industry. 

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