For Ceramics Materials Managers and Supply-Chain Experts:

My client has retained me on a couple of exciting new searches in the Houston, TX area. With an investment of $15 million in their new manufacturing plant, they are anticipating 50 hires in 2010. Their product is a highly innovative ceramic microsphere with resistance to both high temperatures and pressures. These spheres, called "proppants", are injected into oil wells at depth to maintain fluid flow. I have been working with this firm since 2005, and have placed 3 members of the executive staff, so I can heartily recommend them, expecially now, since they are poised to undergo potential "rocket-ride" growth in the next few years.


Search #1
Materials Manager:

Requirements:

1. Domestic and International purchasing experience (China-focused) in EARTHEN and CERAMIC materials. I do not want someone who has purchased lamp parts and linens. This must be bulk raw material purchasing experience. Bulk chemicals would be acceptable.

2. Equipment/systems purchasing and specifying experience

3. Experience in establishing relationships with foreign agents/middle men

4. Ability to travel as needed-no staff is available to do the dirty work

5. Strong relationship building experience

6. Excellent English skills desired


Desired Skills and Experience:

1. Hands-on problem solving ability

2. Strong work ethic and strength in the face of adversity

3. Understanding that start-up companies are different from established firms. Prior start-up experience OR appropriate mentality and attitude a big plus.

4. Extensive experience in sourcing and purchasing cenospheres

Thank you,

Nicholas Meyler
GM/President, Technology
Wingate Dunross, Inc.
ph: (818)597-3200 ext. 211
e: nickm@wdsearch.com