Product Manager - Aluminum Plate

Job Summary We are seeking a Product Manager – Aluminum Plate to lead and grow our aluminum plate business across North America. This is a remote role with significant travel, offering the opportunity to work cross‑functionally with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams while influencing strategy, execution, and performance.

Job Description Product Manager – Aluminum Plate (Remote | High Travel) thyssenkrupp Materials North America

Location:

Remote (ideal candidates located near a major airport east of the Mississippi River)
Preferred metros include:
Atlanta, GA
• Chicago, IL
• Detroit, MI
• Cleveland, OH
• Cincinnati, OH
• Grand Rapids, MIHome Base:
Southfield, MI (HQ) or other listed locations above.

Travel: 50–75% (U.S. & Canada)
About the Role This role is ideal for a hands‑on, relationship‑driven leader who enjoys being in the business, partnering with teams, and driving measurable results.

Compensation Base Salary: $125,000+ (competitive and experience‑based)
Bonus Incentive:
Annual performance‑based bonus

Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, retirement, and paid time offKey Responsibilities Operations Develop  a strong understanding of aluminum plate capabilities and processing workflows

Analyze operational processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities

Collect and analyze performance data to inform optimization strategies

Select, motivate, and support team members through collaboration and training

Track the effectiveness of implemented changes and adjust as needed

Sales & Market Development Partner with Sales to support solution selling for aluminum plate products

Build strong relationships across the sales organization to promote product alignment

Identify and present solution‑based opportunities to customers

Develop and execute Sales and Marketing plans for the aluminum plate product line Support quoting activity and sales contracts

Identify and pursue potential aluminum plate customers

Supply Chain Collaborate closely with the Product Director, Supply Chain, and supplier partners

Manage inventory levels to meet stated objectives

Maintain an understanding of the supply base, contracts, and general cost structures

Leadership & Performance Drive a Safety‑First culture across all plate processing activities

Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs), including:

Total pounds sold Items per man hour Plate pounds per man hour Scrap percentage

Packaging cost per pound

Tooling costs

Daily backlog performance

On‑time, in‑full (OTIF) delivery

Influence leaders and teams to adopt process and performance improvements

Present results and insights across the organization

Communicate changes clearly, manage resistance, and support smooth implementation

Required Qualifications Safety‑First mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business, or a related field

Minimum 10 years of experience in sales, operations, purchasing, or management

Experience with plate sawing equipment and associated processing equipment

Strong relationship‑building and team leadership skills across regions

Strong computer and data analysis skills to support data‑driven decisions

Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and draw actionable conclusions

Proven experience planning and executing process improvement initiatives

Strong understanding of KPIs, business operations, and financial impacts

Ability to travel 50–75% throughout the U.S. and Canada

Preferred Qualifications MBAHands‑on equipment operation experience

Sales call experience

Existing relationships with producers and suppliers

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