Cristian Cretu
About Cristian Cretu
Cristian Cretu is a Product Line Director at Materion Corporation in Newton, Massachusetts, specializing in thin film photovoltaics and managing multi-million dollar product lines in the semiconductor and chemical processing industries. He has extensive experience in product management and marketing, with a background that includes roles at H.C. Starck and Targray.
Work at Materion
Cristian Cretu has been serving as the Product Line Director at Materion Corporation since 2021. In this role, he manages multi-million dollar product lines for tantalum, niobium, and molybdenum. His responsibilities include focusing on strategy and business development within the semiconductor, chemical processing, and superconductor industries. Cretu engages in competitive analysis and pricing strategies to enhance the market position of refractory metal products, contributing to the overall growth and success of the company.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Materion, Cristian Cretu held significant roles in product management. He worked at H.C. Starck as a Global Product Manager from 2008 to 2017, focusing on the chemical, superconductors, and biomedical industries. He also served as a Product Manager at Targray from 2005 to 2008 in Montreal, Canada. Additionally, he was the Market Director at H.C. Starck Solutions for six months in 2021, further solidifying his expertise in product management.
Education and Expertise
Cristian Cretu holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Material Science and Engineering from the Technical University of Cluj Napoca, which he completed from 1990 to 1995. He also earned a Master of Science degree in Fine Structure Materials' Research from Universitatea „Politehnica” din București in 1996. His educational background supports his specialization in thin film photovoltaics and solar industry applications, as well as his expertise in promoting refractory metals for various industrial applications.
Background in Engineering
Cristian Cretu began his career in engineering, working at Mintek in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 1997 to 2000. He later worked as an Engineer at Alfalight, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin, from 2001 to 2004. His engineering background has provided him with a solid foundation for his subsequent roles in product management and business development, enabling him to conduct technical presentations and failure analysis effectively.
Specialization in Refractory Metals
Cristian Cretu specializes in the promotion of refractory metals, including tantalum, niobium, tungsten, and molybdenum. His work focuses on their applications in electronics, additive manufacturing, and chemical processing industries. Cretu's knowledge and experience in these areas allow him to leverage marketing and product management skills to drive product success and market growth.