Sales Manager - Special Metals

Alsip, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
The Sales Manager will play a key role in driving our commercial success by managing product lifecycle strategy, pricing, and identifying new markets.
  • Room for growth
  • Excellent compensation and benefits

About Our Client

Join a leading manufacturer in the special metals industry with a reputation for innovation, quality, and customer-focused solutions. Headquartered in Alsip, Illinois, we serve clients across a range of industries including aerospace, medical, energy, and defense. As we continue to grow, we're seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead our strategic product planning and market expansion efforts.

The Sales Manager will play a key role in driving our commercial success by managing product lifecycle strategy, pricing, and identifying new markets. This position requires strong analytical skills, customer-facing experience, and the ability to translate market insights into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and represent the company at client sites and industry events, with travel up to 40%.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute strategic product roadmaps and pricing strategies
  • Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities
  • Work closely with Sales, Engineering, and R&D to align product offerings with market demand
  • Identify and pursue new market segments for existing and new products
  • Maintain regular engagement with key clients and partners, both virtually and in person
  • Represent the company at trade shows, industry conferences, and customer meetings
  • Provide regular reports and insights to senior leadership on product performance and market dynamics

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in product management, business development, or a related role-preferably in manufacturing or industrial markets
  • Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately 40% of the time
  • Familiarity with metals



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Car allowence and bonus package
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, 401k, etc.)
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment



Contact
Katie Thompson
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6736598

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Sub Sector
Account Manager
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Alsip
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katie Thompson
Job Reference
JN-052025-6736598
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