Technical Sales Manager- Advanced Metallization

About the role

The Technical Sales Manager – Advanced Metallization will join BASF’s Electronic Materials team, focusing on driving growth and innovation in metallization solutions for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. This role is responsible for managing customer and equipment supplier projects, identifying new business opportunities, and supporting the development and commercialization of next-generation metallization products (e.g., copper, cobalt, ruthenium, and related chemistries for sub-10nm nodes and advanced packaging).

Responsibilities

• Identify industry trends, unmet customer needs, and key growth drivers in advanced metallization for semiconductor devices.
• Lead cross-functional projects with US customers and equipment suppliers (e.g., deposition tool vendors), ensuring timely execution and alignment with global technical teams.
• Evaluate business potential and secure new opportunities by launching new products or expanding existing product lines.
• Initiate and foster strategic collaborations with customers and tool suppliers to accelerate innovation and adoption of BASF’s metallization solutions.
• Gather and analyze market intelligence on emerging technologies, customer requirements, and competitive landscape.
• Provide technical support for new applications and product development, working closely with R&D, sales, and manufacturing teams.
• Translate customer and market requirements into actionable product specifications and project plans.
• Inspire creativity and manage abstract concepts in a highly collaborative, global environment.

Requirements

• Experience with semiconductor industry standards, advanced node requirements (sub-10nm) and/or advanced packaging.
• Familiarity with process integration and qualification of metallization materials.
• Management experience in directing, coordinating and managing team activities to accomplish highly technical tasks.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, with a focus on metallization, film deposition (CVD, PVD, ALD), electrochemical plating, or advanced packaging.
• Proven track record of managing complex technical projects and collaborating with leading semiconductor manufacturers and/or equipment suppliers.
• Strong technical communication skills, with the ability to convey detailed requirements and results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills in cross-functional, multicultural teams.
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Passionate about innovation and the future of electronics.
• Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of semiconductor industry standards and metallization processes.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Technical writing and presentation skills.
• Collaborative and cross-functional teamwork.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible.
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options.
• Comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members.
• Fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more.
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages.
• Mentoring and career development opportunities.
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens.
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

Pay

Competitive compensation package with a comprehensive benefits program.

Schedule

Full-time position with occasional travel required.

Contact us

If you have any questions about your application or the application process, please contact us at Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com.