Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Neo Performance Materials is a company focused on advancing the green energy transition through manufacturing critical building blocks for sustainable technologies. They are seeking a Catalytic Application & Business Development Manager to lead the technical evaluation and application of materials for customer projects, while identifying new business opportunities and driving revenue growth.
Responsibilities
- Supports Global R&D and Production Teams, driving product, product and application development
- Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, best product process practices, product optimization and cost down opportunities
- Leads technology transfer initiatives from pilot scale to full manufacturing process of AC products
- Interacts with Neo´s customers for the product/process release, manages new product launches, and initiates cost saving initiatives focused on catalytic products
- Coordinates and leads meetings with customers based in North America region
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Advanced degree (M.Sc., M. Eng, or PhD) in Materials Science, Chemical/Process Engineering, or a related field is required for this position
- Minimum 10 years of experience in business development, project management or technical customer service within the automotive or specialty materials industry
- Proven track record in managing complex technical projects with cross-functional teams
- In-depth knowledge of rare earths elements and their applications in auto catalyst segments and other related industries
- Strong business development and technical communication skills with a strong AC foundation to effectively communicate with R&D and engineering teams
- Excellent interpersonal, presentation, documentation and communication abilities
- Ability to translate technical processes into business value for clients
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple accounts or projects simultaneously
- Ability to work under high pressure against project deadlines
- Experience working with customers in the automotive, aerospace, electronics, or energy sectors is a strong advantage
Benefits
- Performance bonus
- PTO
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life
- AD&D
- Short-term & long-term disability insurance
- EAP
- HSAs/ FSAs
- 401(k) plan with company match
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