Director of Metal 3D Printing
Join Materialise as the Director of Metal 3D Printing within our Manufacturing business unit. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing various aspects of our metal production unit in Bremen to ensure efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
Job description
This role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities and interactions with different internal and external stakeholders within a global organization.
What you will do
People management:
- Lead and motivate teams to achieve performance targets and organizational goals
- Mentor a team of three local managers (production manager, project engineering manager, quality manager) and support them in their development
- Reinforce cohesion within the team and make sure they're aligned as a local management team and with the global organization
- Foster a work culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Ensure alignment with global processes, procedures, and workflows to provide structure and clarity while allowing for flexibility and agility in the teams to respond effectively to changing business needs
- Encourage a proactive mindset within the teams, empowering employees to take ownership of their responsibilities and contribute to the organization's overall success
Product management:
- Work closely with the market managers for aerospace and semicon to translate market needs into tangible product offerings and effectively position and promote metal 3D printing in the marketplace
- Ensure that the operations team “walks the talk” of our product offering and brings the metal value proposition into practice
- Provide direction and support to our sales team in establishing and maintaining relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders to drive business development efforts
P&L responsibilities:
- Develop yearly operating budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with finance and executive teams
- Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed
- Analyze cost structures, pricing strategies, and revenue streams to maximize profitability
- Implement cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiencies
Your profile
- You have a master’s degree in engineering, business administration, or a related field
- You have strong experience with a commercial focus in the metal industry (preferably CNC services)
- You are a change agent with strong leadership skills; you are able to inspire and motivate teams
- You are a strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; you have a data-driven approach to decision making
- You combine a strong commercial mindset with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; you're able to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- You are proficient in financial management, budgeting, and P&L analysis
- You are able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively
- You speak fluent German and English
What we offer
Healthy life-work balance
When creating a better and healthier world, a good place to start is with yourself. That's why we encourage our employees to prioritize their overall well-being, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and social connections through a range of workshops, sports activities, and other events and initiatives that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling work-life harmony.
Hybrid working & flexibility
At Materialise, we value the power of in-person connections and the advantages of remote work, allowing our employees the flexibility to enjoy the best of both worlds. You can work remotely up to 60% of the time and work flexible hours, depending on your particular role.
Personal growth and career advancement
At Materialise, we’re committed to nurturing the professional development of our employees. We invest in our passionate people and empower them to explore and grow by offering diverse career paths that capitalize on their talents. Plus, we offer courses, external coaching programs, and in-house mentoring so that our employees can fulfill their potential.
Team building
We cultivate a positive work culture so our employees have an enjoyable professional environment. Collaboration is key, so we organize activities that unite our employees, such as after-work events and team lunches. We want all our staff to feel connected in an environment that promotes strong bonds based on trust, respect, empathy, and friendship.
Innovation is key
Innovation is not just a buzzword at Materialise; it's at the core of what we do. As pioneers in our industry, we create cutting-edge solutions, fostering an environment that supports and rewards ingenuity and leadership. We’re dedicated to shaping the future of 3D printing, recognizing and celebrating the creative spirit within all our global innovators.
Healthy life-work balance
When creating a better and healthier world, a good place to start is with yourself. That's why we encourage our employees to prioritize their overall well-being, fostering physical fitness, mental resilience, and social connections through a range of workshops, sports activities, and other events and initiatives that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling work-life harmony.
Hybrid working & flexibility
At Materialise, we value the power of in-person connections and the advantages of remote work, allowing our employees the flexibility to enjoy the best of both worlds. You can work remotely up to 60% of the time and work flexible hours, depending on your particular role.
Personal growth and career advancement
At Materialise, we’re committed to nurturing the professional development of our employees. We invest in our passionate people and empower them to explore and grow by offering diverse career paths that capitalize on their talents. Plus, we offer courses, external coaching programs, and in-house mentoring so that our employees can fulfill their potential.
Team building
We cultivate a positive work culture so our employees have an enjoyable professional environment. Collaboration is key, so we organize activities that unite our employees, such as after-work events and team lunches. We want all our staff to feel connected in an environment that promotes strong bonds based on trust, respect, empathy, and friendship.
Innovation is key
Innovation is not just a buzzword at Materialise; it's at the core of what we do. As pioneers in our industry, we create cutting-edge solutions, fostering an environment that supports and rewards ingenuity and leadership. We’re dedicated to shaping the future of 3D printing, recognizing and celebrating the creative spirit within all our global innovators.
Location and type of contract
- Bremen, Germany
- Full-time
- Hybrid
- Director level
- CV in English
Partageons :
Working at Materialise
Materialise is a dynamic, international high-tech company, founded in 1990 and headquartered in Belgium, with over 2,300 employees worldwide. Materialise’s mission is to innovate for a better and healthier world through its software and hardware infrastructure and in-depth knowledge of additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing). Our customers are in diverse industries, such as automotive, aerospace, medical, research, and academia.
As a growing company, Materialise is always looking for enthusiastic professionals who want to work in an environment full of revolutionary technology and surrounded by people passionate about their work.