As summer fades and the fall season ramps up, September often marks a return to full speed. It is a time for sharpening focus, pushing big initiatives forward, and preparing for a strong finish to the year. We are excited to share our latest lineup of hot, open opportunities. If someone in your network is exploring what is next, these roles could be a perfect fit.

Our STAR Talent app is nearly ready to debut. Soon you will be able to explore top candidates instantly and stay ahead of the curve in a fast-moving market. More details are on the way.

September Star Talent

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Managing Partner Procurement Consulting

• RFID inventory implementation at two facilities in the US. Over 60,000 SKU’s covered.

• Managed a team of 60 individuals across NA and centralized all Procurement efforts and contracts to create over $ 20 million USD in savings per year.
• Created a Strategic Sourcing team that managed over $800 million USD on spend. The team implemented Category Strategy, Playbooks, and long-term contracts to secure critical supplies form our vendor base.

#293035
Quality Manager

• Reduced warranty from 2.6M to 800k in one year

• Reduced supplier COPQ by 30% in one year
• Brought a startup facility up to compliance with AR M-1002 (tank car) in eight weeks’ time and passed AAR and DOT audits

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Industry Market Manager

• Leads an 8-member sales team, driving revenue growth to $55,230,000

• Manages a Midwest, East Coast, and Eastern Canada territory, increasing sales to $19,974,399 in 2024 (up 8.51% from 2023)
• Developed and manages a $500,000 Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) program for a specific steel account

#293035
VP Director of Sales

• Extensive metals sales experience with service centers, mills, and as a trader
• 3+ years of sales management experience leading sales teams and sales initiatives
• Experience managing large OEM accounts, building a book of business & developing relationships within strategic initiatives

MetalJobs Network Open Opportunities

Operations Manager –
#2503

• Must have 5+ years in Operational leadership within a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment. Metal industry preferred.

• Experience leading multiple shifts with responsibility and on-hand oversight of transportation (DOT), safety, payroll as well as maintenance.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office as well as managing inventory
• Limited travel as needed

Operations Manager
#2504

• 10+ years of experience in sheet metal manufacturing environment with 5+ years of managerial experience

• Steel fabrication experience is required
• Demonstrated ability to lead others in a fast paced environment
• Must be proficient with ERP systems as well as computer skills
• Strong organizational, planning and leadership skills
• Multi-plant leadership experience preferred which includes but not limited to continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, as well as the promotion of cross training of other team members.

Outside Sales
#2506

• 5+ years in aluminum and stainless sales experience

• Exposure into HVAC and Automotive
• Superior negotiation skills
• Preferred experience of sales in mid-Atlantic region
• Proven record of superior negotiation skills, building relationships, and business development
• Must have ability to travel throughout the region as necessary

Outside Sales
#2526

• 7+ years metals sales experience required

• Need to be located in or around the AZ, NM, and So Cal and willing to travel
• Familiarity with actively selling carbon flat rolled steel is required
• Role will target specific business with OEMs in various markets, machine shops, fab shops
• Must have ability to travel throughout the territory as necessary

Develop a Company Culture that Attracts Great Talent

It takes more than paying a competitive salary to attract great talent today. Even though professionals in the metals industry still want to earn a good living, they also look for opportunities within organizations that are known for having a winning culture. Let’s look at what separates companies with attractive cultures from those that are less appealing, along with some things you can do to develop a company culture that attracts great talent.