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Quarry Relationship Manager

The Quarry Relationship Manager will be responsible for establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with quarries to secure high-quality feedstock critical to Terradot’s operations. This role is key to negotiating contracts, managing long-term relationships, and aligning quarry capabilities with our ambitious goals for Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) deployments. By leveraging their expertise in the mining sector, particularly in aggregates and remineralizers, the Quarry Relationship Manager will ensure sustainable supply chains and scalable operations.

Location: São Paulo, Brazil, or close to project hubs with flexible remote work arrangements when not traveling.

Languages: Fluent Portuguese required; English proficiency preferred.

Role Responsibilities:

Build and maintain strong partnerships with quarries to ensure a sustainable supply of feedstock for ERW operations.
Negotiate contracts with quarries, clearly defining quality standards, timelines, and responsibilities to meet operational goals.
Evaluate and document quarry capabilities, including stock availability, production capacity, and beneficiation methods, while maintaining an organized partner database.
Collaborate with the scientific team to identify opportunities to optimize quarry operations, improving feedstock quality.
Develop and implement strategies to mitigate feedstock shortages, ensuring long-term scalability and reliability of supply chains.
Act as a liaison between quarries and Terradot’s internal teams, facilitating communication and alignment on project goals.
Monitor and report on quarry performance, ensuring compliance with contract terms and Terradot’s operational standards.

Background and Requirements:

Minimum of 5 years in the mining sector, ideally in aggregates or remineralizers, or with mining machinery suppliers.
Proven knowledge of production processes, beneficiation methods, machinery costs, and material characteristics in quarry operations.
Advanced negotiation and contract management skills; proficiency in analyzing production costs and operational feasibility.
Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field preferred but not required with equivalent experience.
Database management skills and familiarity with tools to track and evaluate quarry key indicators.

Personal Attributes:

A strategic thinker who can align quarry capabilities with Terradot’s long-term goals.
Highly adaptable and able to work with diverse stakeholders, from technical teams to commercial leaders.
A strong communicator with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and relationship management.
Proactive and solution-oriented, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Passionate about contributing to sustainability and innovative carbon removal solutions.

About Us

Our mission is to stabilize Earth’s climate by transforming nature’s most powerful permanent carbon removal process into a global climate solution. By advancing science, building technology, and assembling a global coalition, we are catalyzing a global initiative to scale Enhanced Rock Weathering within the next decade, starting in Brazil.

Founded out of the Stanford University ecosystem, Terradot is led by the world’s leading experts to advance the science and technology of ERW. Our unique structure bridges industry, academia, and government and allows our team to contribute with speed & scale. We are backed byJohn Doerr, Sheryl Sandberg & Tom Bernthal, George Roberts, Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund, Google, Cisco and Venture Funds, Floodgate, Kleiner Perkins, Acre Venture Partners, Gigascale Capital, Valor Capital, Ponderosa Ventures and others.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Research suggests that qualified people from historically marginalized groups may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

What You Should Know About Quarry Relationship Manager, Terradot

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the sustainability sector? As a Quarry Relationship Manager at Terradot, you’ll play a pivotal role in fostering strategic partnerships with quarries, ensuring a robust supply of high-quality feedstock crucial for our Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) operations. Imagine the thrill of negotiating contracts and aligning quarry capabilities with our ambitious goals to combat climate change! You will leverage your extensive experience in the mining sector, particularly in aggregates and remineralizers, to manage long-term relationships and secure sustainable supply chains. This is not just any role; it's a chance to contribute to innovative solutions that stabilize the Earth’s climate. While the position is based in São Paulo, Brazil, we offer flexible remote work arrangements, making it easier to engage with project hubs when not traveling. Proficiency in Portuguese is a must, while English skills are preferred. If you have at least 5 years of experience in the mining sector, a knack for negotiation, and a passion for sustainability, we want to hear from you. Join Terradot and be part of a mission that’s reshaping our planet's future—and your career!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Quarry Relationship Manager at Terradot?

As a Quarry Relationship Manager at Terradot, your primary responsibilities include establishing strategic partnerships with quarries, negotiating quality-focused contracts, documenting quarry capabilities, collaborating with scientific teams for operational optimization, and monitoring quarry performance to ensure it aligns with our operational standards.