Head of SMT US

ZEISS Group; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Sales commissions

Medical plans

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

ZEISS Group seeks a dynamic Head of SMT-US to lead national operations, align strategic direction, and drive performance across sales, technology roadmaps, installations, and partnerships with ZEISS SMT and ZEISS INC. The role emphasizes building a high-performing team, shaping a unified voice, and delivering results for customers in the USA.

The incumbent will manage senior leaders, foster innovation, and ensure governance and financial discipline while expanding the SMT footprint across North

Qualifications

• 10+ years in semiconductor-related industries in senior leadership roles.
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or related field.
• Proven senior leadership experience within a similar organization.
• Strong strategic thinking, planning and decision-making skills.
• Financial acumen with budget management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience in a matrix organization and managing senior managers.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teams toward goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and develop the executive team.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to advance the organization's mission.
• Oversee budget, financial planning, and accountability processes.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and customers.
• Ensure meeting sales objectives and negotiate effectively.
• Define performance metrics and drive progress toward goals.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and ethical standards.
• Oversee daily operations and implement efficient policies.
• Lead Global Key Account Management for customers headquartered in the USA.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and talent development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Communication

Stakeholder management

People management

Matrix organization

Education

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Materials Science

Master's in Physics

Job description

About Us:

ZEISS is a global technology and innovation leader in optics and optoelectronics. Founded in Germany in 1846, ZEISS operates in 50+ countries and offers career opportunities across engineering, manufacturing, research, sales, and technology.

As a foundation-owned company, ZEISS is committed to responsibility, quality, and continuous innovation. Employees help shape the future through cutting-edge technology and impactful work. With a strong North American presence since 1925 and 20+ locations, ZEISS partners with industries including semiconductor, automotive, biomedical research, and medical technology, and is a leading manufacturer of eyeglass lenses, camera and cinema lenses, and precision optical systems.

What's the role?

The Head of SMT-USis responsible forleading and managing the overall operations and resources, ensuring the achievement of organizational goals andobjectives. Thisrolerepresentsthe organization andmaintainsrelationships with internal and external stakeholders, providing one voice torepresentZEISS SMT.The Head of SMT-USplays a pivotal role infostering a positive work environment, building acohesive,collaborativeand high-performingteam thatdrives thestrategic direction of the organization.This includesbusiness development,field marketing,leadingthetechnologyroadmaps,maintainingthe installation basis, productsalesandcontinuouslydevelopingpartnerships,including but not limited toZEISS SMT, ZEISS INC,ZEISS SMT SSCteamsandourcustomers.Finally, this personisresponsiblefordevelopingthe SMT-USorganization,reporting structures,synergiesand driving thecultural development of team leaders and membersincluding talent management.

Sound Interesting?

What you'll do in this role:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management: Provide visionary leadership, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Lead and develop the executive team and senior management.

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans to advance the organization's mission andobjectives.Identifyopportunities for growth andimprovement andallocateresources accordingly.

• Financial Oversight: Manage the organization's budget and financial resources, ensuring financial stability and accountability through effective financial planning, reporting, and auditing processes.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build andmaintainrelationships with key stakeholders, including partners, clients, and the community. Advocate for the organization’s interests and mission.

• Sales: Ensure meeting sales objectives and implementing negotiation excellence

• Performance Monitoring: Establish performance metrics(KPI)and evaluate organizational progress towards goals. Implement corrective actions asnecessaryensuringobjectives are met.

• Compliance and Governance: Ensure the organization adheres to legal and regulatory requirements,maintaininghigh standardsof governance and ethical conduct.

• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations ensuringefficient and effective management of resources. Implement policies/procedures to enhance productivity and compliance.

• Global Key Account Management: Manages customer relations andfacilitatesglobal way of work for customers which areheadquarteredin USA

• Culture and Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Ensure the recruitment, retention, and development of high-quality staff.

Your Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in semiconductor-related industries, with a proventrack recordin senior leadership roles within a similar organization

• Master's in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a closely related field

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within a similar organization

• Strong strategic thinking,planningand decision-makingskills

• Financial acumen and experience in budget management

• Exceptional communication and interpersonalabilities

• Ability to build andmaintain effective relationships with stakeholders

• Capability to work in matrix organization and manage your seniormanagers

• Demonstrated ability to inspireand motivate teams towards achieving goals

The annual pay range for this position is $270,000 - $330,000

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is also eligible for a performance bonus or sales commissions. ZEISS also offers robust benefits, including medical plans, retirement savings plan and paid time off.

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).