Aluminum Plate Product Manager

Preferred Locations: Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta, Cleveland, Hartford
Travel: ~70% annually across Central U.S. to East Coast
Compensation: $120,000-$140,000 USD base + 25% Annual Bonus Incentive
Business Unit: Copper and Brass Sales
Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

This is a high-visibility position on a dynamic and growing team-ideal for someone with experience in aluminum plate sales, purchasing, product management, or supplier relations who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and travel.

As the Aluminum Plate Product Manager, you'll serve as the connective tissue between sales, operations, and supply chain-supporting commercial strategy, enhancing processing capabilities, and driving technical knowledge across our teams and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in aluminum plate processing initiatives including saws, routers, CNCs, water jets, and consumables.

• Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality, yield, and scrap reduction.

• Participate on teams that standardize operating procedures and implement best practices.

• Collaborate across departments to improve customer service, delivery performance, and operational efficiency.

• Educate and support sales professionals on aluminum plate capabilities, helping them identify and close processing opportunities.

• Assist with quoting, contracts, and supplier relations for aluminum plate.

• Work with Product Directors to align product strategy with market demand and supply chain planning.

• Build and maintain relationships with producers, OEMs, and key suppliers.

• Present insights and recommendations to leadership based on real data and evolving market needs.

• Travel frequently to customer and supplier sites across the U.S. to support growth and relationship-building efforts.

• BA/BS in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience (10+ years in aluminum industry roles).

• Deep understanding of the aluminum plate market, including customer applications and material specs.

• Background in sales, purchasing, product, or operational roles tied to aluminum plate.

• Excellent communication skills, especially between commercial and operations teams.

• Strong data and analytical skills to drive decisions and strategy.

• Self-starter with collaborative energy and strong project execution skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, reporting tools, and data dashboards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or advanced business training a plus.

• Established relationships with aluminum suppliers, OEMs, and processors.

• Prior experience supporting outside sales teams or managing vendor/customer accounts.

• Be part of a high-priority national initiative at one of North America's most respected materials providers.

• Collaborate with an experienced and supportive leadership team.

• Make a strategic impact while traveling and building relationships across the country.

• Work with autonomy and be recognized for your expertise in a space that truly values it.

Ready to Bring Your Aluminum Expertise to a Bigger Stage?
If you know the aluminum plate business-from processing to customer strategy-and you're ready for a role that blends commercial vision with technical depth, we want to hear from you.

Apply now and help us redefine what's possible in aluminum plate processing.

$120,000-140,000 + 25% Bonus Incentive

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

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