Chief Commercial Officer at Genomines

At Genomines, we are pioneering a new era of sustainable metal production by using synthetic biology to farm plants that hyperaccumulate metal. Our technology decontaminates soil while creating a cleaner path for agriculture, and our ultimate goal is to become the world's first carbon-negative nickel producer. Backed by major investors like Engine Ventures and Lowercarbon Capital, we recently closed a $45M Series A round. With proof-of-concept partnerships already established with industry leaders like Hyundai Motor Group and Jaguar Land Rover, we are now moving from R&D into global commercial scale-up.

Role at a glance

We are looking for an entrepreneurial Chief Commercial Officer to join our executive team. This is a full-time, on-site leadership position based in France. We need a seasoned professional with extensive experience to help us bridge the gap between our technical breakthroughs and the global critical minerals market.

Your impact

• Define and execute a global commercial roadmap that moves us from our first field assets to a scaled, multi-metal platform.
• Convert early partnerships and MOUs into long-term offtake agreements and sustainable commercial contracts.
• Build and lead a high-performing commercial organization that covers business development, policy, trading, and logistics.

What you'll need

• At least 15 years of progressive commercial experience, ideally within the natural resources, mining, or metals sectors.
• A proven track record of closing large-scale industrial agreements and navigating complex, multi-year sales cycles.
• Deep expertise in business model design, including experience with joint ventures, licensing, and asset-light structures.
• The ability to translate technical and operational constraints into clear, actionable value propositions for diverse stakeholders.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to articulate our mission to investors, boards, and policymakers.
• Fluency in English is required, while proficiency in languages such as Mandarin Chinese, Korean, French, Portuguese, or German is a significant advantage.

Perks and compensation

While we do not have a specific salary range to disclose, we offer the opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-growth company that is fundamentally changing the energy transition. You will work at the intersection of biotechnology and industrial mining, helping to scale a mission-driven organization with global reach.