Senior Director Programs at Lyten

Skellefteå, Vasterbotten County, Sweden

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Advanced Materials, Clean Technology, Energy StorageIndustries

Requirements

BSc/MSc degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Program Management, or related field (MBA preferred)
Minimum of 12–15 years of professional experience, with at least 7 years in senior program or portfolio management roles
Proven track record of delivering large, complex, multi-disciplinary programs successfully
Strong knowledge of program management methodologies (Agile, PMI, Prince2, or equivalent)
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and diverse global teams
Experience working with executive stakeholders, customers, and external partners
Preferred certifications: PMP, PgMP, MSP, or equivalent
Excellent English written skills

Responsibilities

Act as the voice of the customer, translating customer requirements into business objectives
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary programs across the organization
Define program goals, scope, success metrics, and ensure alignment with company strategic priorities
Drive program governance, reporting, and decision-making processes at executive and operational levels
Oversee budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies for critical programs
Manage relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment
Provide mentorship and leadership to program managers and project teams, fostering a culture of accountability and performance
Collaborate with R&D, engineering, operations, and commercial teams to ensure program integration and execution
Represent programs at executive meetings, customer briefings, and external engagements

Skills

Program Management

Strategic Leadership

Cross-Functional Teams

Risk Management

Resource Allocation

Stakeholder Management

Customer Requirements

Execution Planning

Lyten

Develops 3D graphene for clean energy

About Lyten

Lyten develops and applies three-dimensional graphene to support clean energy initiatives. This material is lighter, stronger, and cleaner, making it suitable for industries aiming for net-zero emissions. Lyten's main clients are large companies in high carbon-emission sectors looking for sustainable solutions. They create applications using their 3D graphene to help these sectors reduce their carbon footprint while maintaining profitability. A significant product is their Lithium-Sulfur battery, which could enhance the affordability and efficiency of electric vehicles. Lyten's goal is to drive innovation across various industries through their materials platform, contributing to the decarbonization movement. Their revenue comes from partnerships and product sales, and they have secured substantial investments from major corporations.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$357MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Over-reliance on lithium-sulfur technology amidst advancing alternatives poses a risk.

Integration challenges from Cuberg acquisition may impact production timelines.

$1 billion Gigafactory investment could strain finances if demand falls short.

Differentiation

Lyten transforms methane into 3D Graphene, a tunable supermaterial for decarbonization.

Their lithium-sulfur batteries target automotive, aerospace, and defense sectors.

Lyten's polymer composite reduces plastic usage by up to 50% without losing integrity.

Upsides

Lyten's $1 billion Gigafactory investment scales lithium-sulfur battery production.

Partnership with Stellantis enhances market reach in the automotive sector.

$650 million support from US Ex-Im Bank boosts financial stability for expansion.

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