Vital Materials Co., Limited

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Head of Thin Film Business Unit Location: United States (Preferred: Major tech/manufacturing regions) Travel: 50–75%, as required Reports To: VP of Sales & Marketing About the Role Vital is seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to head its Thin Film Business Unit in the Americas, overseeing a diverse and growing portfolio that includes PVD materials, deposition equipment, recycling services, and related consumables. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for setting direction, driving commercial results, and managing a cross-functional team of direct reports. The role covers the full spectrum of thin film technologies, with a strong presence in semiconductor, glass, solar, and precision optics markets. The business unit spans the sale and service of: • PVD materials (sputtering targets, evaporative materials) • Thin film equipment (inline, cluster, drum, roll-to-roll systems) • Consumables (e.g., PBN crucibles, etc.) • Recycling services for reclaiming high-value materials Key Responsibilities • Lead the Thin Film Business Unit, managing a team of 5–10 professionals across sales, technical, and support functions • Develop and execute the business strategy for materials, equipment, and services across key markets • Own and manage budgets, sales quotas, and performance tracking for the business unit • Drive customer engagement and growth in semiconductor, glass, solar, and optics sectors • Coordinate with global operations, manufacturing, and R&D to align product offerings with customer needs • Build strong customer relationships across Key Accounts and ensure high levels of service and responsiveness • Provide strategic insight into market trends and emerging opportunities • Guide internal teams on product introduction, pricing, and go-to-market strategy • Support continuous improvement in supply chain, inventory planning, and materials forecasting Qualifications • 8–15 years of experience in industries served by PVD technologies • Demonstrated leadership of cross-functional or commercial teams, including direct management experience (5–10 reports) • Strong technical background in PVD processes, deposition equipment, or specialty materials • Familiarity with upstream and downstream supply chains relevant to sputter target manufacturing • Proven track record in budget management, sales forecasting, and customer growth strategies • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills; ability to lead both strategically and tactically • Willingness to travel (domestic/international) as needed to support customer and team success Preferred Experience • Direct experience in one or more of the following industries: semiconductor, glass, solar, optics • Understanding of recycling and reclaim operations for high-value materials (e.g., precious metals) • Background in engineering, materials science, physics, or a related technical discipline • Prior exposure to global supply chains or international manufacturing environments