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Material Development Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Who We Are Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world ... Development Manager, Mobility is responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business ...

... materials markets. โ€ข Serve as the internal voice of the customer to ensure quality, delivery, and engineering support meet or exceed customer-specific requirements. โ€ข Maintain a high-touch ...

Who We Are Formerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world ... Development Manager, Mobility is responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business ...

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field. * 10+ years of experience in business development, sales, account management, product ...

Business Development Manager

Ada, MI ยท On-site

$40K - $128K/yr

Business Development Manager We'll want you to... * Service first! Create and maintain ... Develop strategies, presentations, and materials to efficiently onboard customers. * Tell it like ...

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... managers to ensure G.A. Richards Group remains the "first call" for both new programs and current ... materials markets. ยท Serve as the internal voice of the customer to ensure quality, delivery, and ...

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Material Development Manager information

What is the difference between Material Development Manager vs Material Scientist?

AspectMaterial Development ManagerMaterial Scientist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Materials Science, Engineering, or related field; often requires project management experienceBachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, collaborates with R&D and production departmentsConducts research, experiments, and analysis in labs or research facilities
Industry UsageCommon in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods companiesPrimarily in research institutions, labs, and R&D departments of various industries

The Material Development Manager focuses on overseeing material projects, managing teams, and coordinating with production, while the Material Scientist conducts research and experiments to develop new materials. Both roles require a strong background in materials science but differ in responsibilities and work environment.

How much do material development managers make in the US?

Material Development Managers in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $100,000 to $130,000, depending on experience, industry, and location. Salaries can vary based on factors such as education, certifications, and the complexity of materials they oversee.

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Material Development Manager jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Material Development Manager job openings:

Business Development Manager (Advanced Composites)

Romeo, MI

United Future
Marketingย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Business Development Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Manager with proven experience in the advanced composites industry with focus on aerospace, defense, and industrial segments. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, strong sales acumen, a strategic mindset, and will be responsible for developing short-term tactical and long-term strategic plans to profitably grow the business.

Duties / Responsibilities of this position:

Key activities and deliverables for this position include:

  • Identify, develop, and manage strategic relationships with customers, suppliers, distributors, and other key industry players in the Advanced Composites market.
  • Drive revenue growth through new customer acquisition, upselling, and cross-selling to existing partners.
  • Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and inform go-to-market strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, marketing, operations) to deliver tailored solutions for clients.
  • Negotiate and close complex deals with industry stakeholders, ensuring profitability and long-term partnership value.
  • Attend trade shows, industry conferences, and networking events to represent the company and build new connections.
  • Provide ongoing reporting and forecasting related to business development efforts, pipeline progress, and revenue targets.
  • Collaborate with legal counsel and business management to develop customer agreements / contracts (e.g., supply agreements, commercial agreements, memorandums of understanding, joint development agreements, etc.) to align incentives, safeguard volumes, and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Support development of our product strategy by identifying customer unmet needs, sharing those needs and other competitive intelligence with key stakeholders (e.g., application engineering, R&D, etc.) and participating in Product Development Process (PDP) as needed to drive commercialization of new offerings to enable profitable growth.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Minimum of Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education in technically relevant discipline
  • Experience working with manufacturers and customers in the advanced composites industry, including familiarity with key materials, processes, or applications such as SMC (Sheet Molding Compound), BMC (Bulk Molding Compounds), using epoxies, fiberglass, or carbon fiber
  • Proven track record of selling technical materials and products
  • Ability to communicate effectively along with strong presentation skills
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of market trends within the sealants, adhesives, and advanced composite industries
  • Ability to maintain and develop new relationships, negotiating skills; ability to influence customer decisions
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Attention to detail, financial management, and ability to problem solve.
  • Willingness to travel, locally and internationally up to 40% of time