VP of Sales

About the role

Here at Humanoid, we believe in a future where robots amplify human potential. That’s why we’ve set out on a mission to build the world’s most capable, commercially-scalable, and safe humanoid robots. We’re bringing that mission to life with HMND‑01 - our rapidly developed humanoid platform being deployed in real industrial environments - and we’re growing the team to take it even further. ABOUT THE ROLE We're hiring a VP of Sales to join our Business Development team based in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role you will take ownership of business development in the Robotics / Warehouse / Logistics and Automotive / Manufacturing verticals. You’ll be at the front line of securing pre-sales, commercial agreements, strategic partnerships, and pre-orders for our robots. This is a high-impact role for someone hungry to grow quickly, hit ambitious targets, and accelerate their career in robotics and automation. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Execute ambitious sales strategies targeting Warehouse / Logistics and Automotive / Manufacturing clients. - Drive the full sales cycle: lead generation → pitching → negotiation → contract closure. - Secure pre-sales, commercial agreements, and strategic partnerships for robots still in development. - Develop and deliver compelling business cases & ROI analyses for potential customers. - Build relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders in target industries. - Partner with product & engineering to align solutions with customer needs. - Track market trends and competitor activity to refine go-to-market approaches. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field. - Background in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing technologies. - 3-5 years’ experience in business development in Robotics/Warehouse/Logistics or Automotive/Manufacturing. - Demonstrated success in reaching or exceeding sales targets, especially with complex or technical products. - Strong network in the relevant industries and a track record of securing strategic partnerships. - Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills. - Expertise in calculating ROI and developing bulletproof business cases. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a results-driven mindset. - P&L management and financial modeling experience. - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.   WHAT WE OFFER - Comprehensive health coverage for US‑based employees, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, with virtual care and employee assistance resources. - Meaningful time off to rest and recharge: 23 days of PTO (accrued), separate sick leave, and paid company holidays. - 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match. - Equity included–we believe builders should share in what they build. - Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in‑office. - Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics. For this role in the Massachusetts, the expected base salary range is $180,000-$250,000 USD per year + Sales Incentives; your placement in that range depends on how experience maps to our internal leveling.