We’re recruiting a Materials Solutions Lead on behalf of a globally recognised advanced materials business headquartered in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. This is a full-time, permanent position and a senior, commercially significant role for an experienced technical professional who wants to own complex, high-value materials opportunities from first enquiry through to close. Main Responsibilities: Taking full ownership of the most complex, high-value materials opportunities from qualification through to commercial close Understanding and interpreting customers’ technical requirements and translating them into deliverable materials solutions Directing and coordinating technical, sourcing and quality colleagues to build and deliver each solution Leading proposals, pricing, negotiation and close — maintaining momentum through longer, technically-led sales cycles Partnering with account managers to provide technical and commercial expertise on their complex customer opportunities Contributing to Goodfellow’s largest and most strategically significant materials projects Supporting the growth and development of colleagues across the Materials Solutions team, including the Associate Lead and specialist roles Skills/Experience: STEM degree in materials science, engineering, chemistry or a closely related discipline — essential Substantial experience in technical or solution sales, applications engineering or a commercial role within advanced materials, engineering or a comparable technical B2B environment — essential A proven track record of managing complex, technically-led sales cycles and closing high-value deals Strong commercial judgement across pricing, margin and negotiation Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate technical specialists to deliver customer solutions Breadth across multiple materials families such as metals, alloys, ceramics, glasses, polymers or composites — desirable Exposure to microfabrication and/or materials testing and analysis — desirable Experience using Salesforce or a comparable CRM — desirable Experience in procurement or supplier sourcing — desirable Experience integrating new capabilities or teams — desirable Salary
Materials Solutions Lead employer: Point Professional Recruitment LTD
Join a dynamic team in Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, where your skills as an Assembly Technician will be valued in a precision-focused manufacturing environment. We offer competitive salaries, a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, and the opportunity to work on high-tech projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a balanced work-life with Monday to Friday hours and an early finish on Fridays, making this an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
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Point Professional Recruitment LTD Recruitment Team
