Channel Partner Sales Manager
Gridmatic
Company Overview
Gridmatic
Cupertino, CA, United States
2016
Approximately 50 employees and annual revenue estimated between $5 million and $10 million (source: cience.com, climatebase.org).
What They Do
Gridmatic is a private AI-enabled power marketing company that specializes in optimizing renewable energy and battery storage operations through advanced machine learning algorithms. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on forecasting energy supply, demand, pricing, and grid transactions in key U.S. markets such as ERCOT (Texas) and CAISO (California) (source: cience.com, gridmatic.com). Their core technology leverages AI and machine learning models to predict electricity market dynamics, which helps optimize operations for renewable energy generators, battery storage systems, and retail energy consumers. This innovative approach allows Gridmatic to differentiate itself from traditional power marketers that rely on manual processes (source: gridmatic.com, gridmatic.com). The company offers a range of products and services, including bid optimization for storage owners, revenue-sharing agreements, and retail energy contracts tailored for large energy users like data centers (source: gridmatic.com, gridmaticretail.com).
Projects & Track Record
Gridmatic has successfully managed several notable projects, including a 50 MW / 100 MWh battery storage system in Texas, which became operational in 2023 through its $50 million Energy Storage Fund (source: gridmatic.com). Another significant project is the 57 MW / 114 MWh Cross Trails Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Scurry County, Texas, which has a 10-year offtake agreement with Energy Vault, with construction expected to start following a recent announcement (source: ess-news.com). Additionally, Gridmatic is involved in the 100 MW / 400 MWh Caballero BESS in Nipomo, California, where it serves as the optimizer for Alpha Omega Power, and has signed a 10 MW solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in ERCOT with Sol Systems to provide hourly-matched clean energy for EdgeConneX data centers (source: gridmatic.com). These projects highlight Gridmatic's commitment to expanding its footprint in the renewable energy sector.
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Gridmatic has made significant strides, including the closure of its $50 million Energy Storage Fund in November 2023, which enables the operation of the 50 MW Texas battery and aims to manage up to 500 MW in total (source: gridmatic.com). The company also signed a 10 MW ERCOT solar PPA with Sol Systems for EdgeConneX in 2024 and secured a 10-year offtake for Energy Vault's 57 MW Cross Trails BESS (source: gridmatic.com). Furthermore, Gridmatic partnered with Alpha Omega Power as the optimizer for their 100 MW Caballero BESS, which was announced in December 2024, thereby boosting its portfolio to 300 MW (source: ess-news.com). The company also launched Gridmatic Retail in October 2024, focusing on growth in Texas and expanding into PJM markets.
Working There
Gridmatic employs a diverse range of professionals, including researchers, engineers, data scientists, and energy veterans, all contributing to its innovative approach in the energy sector. The leadership team includes CEO & Founder Matt Wytock, Chief Commercial Officer David Miller, and CFO Erin Kogan, among others (source: gridmatic.com). The company culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, diversity, and integrity, fostering a collaborative environment that values work-life balance. Hiring is primarily centered at its Cupertino headquarters, supporting growth in ERCOT, CAISO, and PJM markets (source: climatebase.org). While specific benefits are not publicly detailed, Gridmatic's status as a ClimateTech startup in the Bay Area suggests competitive perks aligned with its mission-driven ethos.
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Gridmatic Retail is seeking an experienced and relationship-driven Channel Partner -Sales Manager to expand our retail energy footprint through third-party brokers, consultants, and strategic partners. This role is responsible for recruiting, enabling, and managing channel partners, driving indirect sales growth, and coordinating internally to deliver competitive, analytics-driven offers to commercial and industrial customers. The ideal candidate has deep familiarity with the retail energy brokerage ecosystem, a large portfolio of broker relationships, strong communication skills, and a track record of building high-performing partner networks.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, onboard, and manage relationships with retail energy brokers and channel partners.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for partner sales needs, pricing requests, and opportunity management.
- Drive indirect sales growth
- Ensure accurate and timely communication of pricing, contracting requirements, and value propositions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with pricing, and operations teams to deliver seamless partner experiences.
- Maintain reporting of partner activity, pipeline development, and performance metrics.
- Support development of partner programs, incentive structures, and go-to-market strategy.
- Represent Gridmatic Retail at industry events, conferences, and in partner-facing meetings.
- Gather feedback from the broker community to influence product enhancements and competitive positioning.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, economics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in retail electricity sales, with at least 2 years focused on managing broker or channel partnerships.
- Strong understanding of retail electricity products, pricing structures, and competitive landscape.
- Established relationships within the broker community preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple partner relationships and navigate complex deal cycles.
- Data-driven mindset with familiarity in working with analytics teams.
- High degree of ownership, accountability, and strategic thinking.
What you bring
- A partner-centric approach with the ability to build trust and long-term collaboration.
- Skill in translating energy concepts into clear, compelling partner messaging.
- Bias toward action and comfort operating in a fast-moving, innovative environment.
- Passion for advancing smart, data-driven energy solutions in the commercial and industrial sector.
Why Gridmatic Retail
Gridmatic Retail leverages cutting-edge AI-powered forecasting and deep energy market expertise to deliver differentiated retail electricity solutions. As a Channel Partner Sales Manager, you will help shape our partner ecosystem, expand market reach, and contribute directly to accelerating the clean energy transition for businesses.
Taking care of you today
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Flexible PTO
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans with competitive employer contributions
- Pre-Tax commuter benefits
- $1500/year non profit donation matching program through Millie
- Home Office Stipend
Protecting your future for you and your family
- 401K contribution match up to 4%
- Company-paid parental leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Stock Option Loan Program
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June 30, 2026
June 30, 2026
Full time
Flexible
Company
- Houston, Texas, United States
5+ years in retail electricity sales, with at least 2 years in managing broker or channel partnerships
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