Manager of Laser Product Business Development

Description

SLD Laser, a world leader in commercialization of gallium nitride (GaN) based laser light sources, was acquired by KYOCERA Corporation and has commenced operations as a wholly owned subsidiary and group company of KYOCERA Corporation under the name KYOCERA SLD Laser, Inc. (KSLD). KSLD is commercializing a new generation of gallium nitride-based laser light sources. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLight^TM sources are utilized in a myriad of applications including automotive & mobility, specialty & portable lighting, entertainment & outdoor, projection & AR/VR displays, biomedical instrumentation & therapeutics, and industrial imaging & material processing.

The company is ISO 9001 certified and automotive compliant to IATF 16949, and operates facilities in Santa Barbara, CA and in Fremont, CA. KSLD’s high luminance LaserLightTM sources are UL and IEC safety certified.  

The company has also been named Fortune’s “Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production,” having promoted an employee-centric corporate culture since its founding

KSLD will continue to pioneer the future of light by developing, manufacturing and marketing innovative laser-based products with high efficiency and luminance for mobility, specialty lighting, consumer, and industrial applications.

To learn more about KSLD, visit www.kyocera-sldlaser.com or contact the company at info@kyocera-sldlaser.com or 1-866-753-5273.

Qualifications

Job Description

The Manager of Laser Product Business Development manager will drive the development of KSLD’s business and to create profitable growth by establishing and managing strategic customer relationships, leading the development and implementation of a marketing promotional plan for the region, and providing input to the organization to related to the organization planning, supply chain, and operations.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to achieve organizational objectives

• Identify and evaluate new market opportunities and potential partnerships in markets and applications suitable for KSLD’s GaN laser product line.

• Support and grow existing Customer accounts for KSLD’s GaN laser product line.

• Conduct voice of customer activities, gather customer requirements, and contribute to KSLD’s product and go to market strategy.

• Work closely with Customers and with the KSLD team in technical product marketing, sales, applications, product engineering, finance, ops, and quality to pursue customer opportunities, and win orders and contracts that generate profitable revenue for the company.

• Create and lead capture plans for target accounts with detailed action planning and timelines.

Experience and Skills

• 10 years of working experience in business development, product management and/or product marketing, project/program management, or sales role in a quality-driven global organization.

• 10 years of direct experience in the photonics industry. Experience in one of more of the following markets: Biotech/ Medical, Metrology/Measurement, Industrial processing, Quantum Computing.

• Strong understanding and experience of laser technology.

• Solid understanding of basic financial concepts and their implications for business strategy.

• Strong ability to analyze complex situations and reach conclusions through logical process of elimination and reasoned fact-based decision making.

• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional activities as a leader and as a contributor.

• Should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills through managing by influence. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; exhibit strong listening and feedback skills; and have the ability to provide clear direction.

• Positive attitude, driven to win, desire to work with customers globally.

• Sense of urgency with personal commitment to the products’ market success.

• Team player that is respectful of customers, peers, subordinates and supervisors.

• Excellent working knowledge and use of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and MS Project.

• BS Engineering or Science mandatory, MS or PhD Engineering with focus on Optics/Lasers desired.

The full-time base salary range for the Manager of Laser Product Business Development   position is $161,500 to $190,000 per annum.  The range reflects the minimum and maximum possible base salary for new hires for the role, based on the advertised location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training. For more information about the base salary range applicable to the work location, talk to the recruiter. 

Kyocera SLD Laser, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements of personnel as classified.

Salary : $161,500 - $190,000