Technical Marketing Manager

Position Overview

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Marketing Manager!

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

The Role

The Technical Marketing Manager position will be responsible for developing deep relationships with the customer's key technology decision-makers, buying influencers, and production implementers. They will collaborate closely in conjunction with the business, sales, operations, and other teams to positively influence and support the qualification and ramp of new products at the customer.

This role requires strong project management skills to develop technical presentations, create/manage/communicate timelines for key project milestones, work to deeply understand current and future customer needs and requirements, as well as developing knowledge of competitors. Further, position will support communications internally and with customer for troubleshooting, problem-solving and other on-going activities related to customer. This role requires fluency in Korean and English.

The successful candidate must be able to relocate to Mesa, AZ, Carrollton, TX area or Austin, TX. The role will have the opportunity to be a hybrid position.

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A. fuels innovation in the semiconductor industry—where chemistry meets technology. Our advanced materials and formulations enable manufacturers to build the microchips that power Artificial Intelligence, computers, electric vehicles, smartphones, and more.

We’re a global business-to-business supplier of chemical formulations and advanced materials used for manufacturing and packaging semiconductors. Our chemical formulations allow top manufacturers to produce microchips that both power and connect our digital world. Think you’ve got what it takes to build a more connected world? Then connect with us today and challenge the boundaries of what’s possible—for the world and your future.

We have six U.S. manufacturing and Research & Development facilities, located in: Mesa, Arizona; Castroville, California; Hollister, California; Carrollton, Texas; and North Kingstown, Rhode Island—each offering unique local experiences, from vibrant cultural scenes to historic charm.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Partner with Sales (local and originating sites), Business Director, Product Managers, and Product Development Managers in implementing strategic plans for new differentiated products to meet market demands consistent with strategic plans.
• By interacting directly with leading edge customers, assimilate and present current and anticipated market requirements for FUJIFILM Electronic Materials along with product specific performance requirements for current and upcoming technology nodes. Includes developing technical roadmaps aligned with industry and customer requirements.
• Strongly collaborate with technology development, operations and quality to drive new product introductions successfully according to customer timelines and performance targets.
• Support product development process for new products by collaborating with technology and business teams to meet internal product development protocol requirements, external customer data requirements and government regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate responses to customer inquiries for technical information for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with supplier quality engineers on change control validation, capacity increase, business continuity planning, quality improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Drive projects with industry partners in line with key product technical requirements.
• Manage and support change projects at key customers.
• Manage and support statistical production data reviews at key customers for new and existing products.
• Lead select product quality improvement projects internally and task force projects with customers.

REQUIREMENTS

• BS or MS in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related fields with minimum of 15 years of experience in Electronic Materials. MBA a plus.
• Must be fluent in both English and Korean.
• Willingness to attend functions and travel outside of standard working hours as well as frequent international travel. Travel expected to be above 50%.
• Experience with ultra-pure solvents, formulated and bulk chems, photolithography, and thin film systems preferred.
• Experience working with Tier 1 semiconductor companies preferred.
• Ability to solve problems and coordinate activities associated with chemical, physical, material and process related issues.
• Strong understanding of Statistical Process Control rules and processes.
• Must have a good working knowledge of statistics and design of experiment methods to understand and interpret data for customer presentation and internal requirements.
• Understanding of problem-solving methods and root cause analysis/investigation.
• Must have excellent capability to use PowerPoint, Excel to create concise internal technical and customer presentations.
• Must have demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Lean six sigma methodology

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

We value a professional, adaptable, and collaborative work environment. The following competencies are essential for success in any role and reflect our commitment to effective teamwork, problem solving, and workplace communication.

• Resilience -Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication -Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making -Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension -Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills - Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

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EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

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