AA Metals, Inc. is one of the largest and fastest growing distributors of quality aluminum and stainless products with four operational centers globally. We source from mills around the world and stock metals in our strategically located warehouses in North America. We have twice been recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing U.S. companies.
Product Manager Job Summary:
The Product Manager is responsible for developing and executing product strategies that drive growth, profitability, and market expansion for the company's aluminum and steel product lines. This role requires a strong technical understanding of metallurgy, mill processing, fabrication methods, and end-use applications across a variety of industries.
The Product Manager serves as the organization's subject matter expert for metal products and market opportunities, continuously evaluating industry trends, customer needs, competitive products, and emerging applications. This individual will identify new market niches, develop product strategies, and work closely with sales, operations, procurement, and customers to ensure the company remains a leading supplier of value-added metal solutions.
Product Manager Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Employer paid health premiums
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k with employer matching
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Onsite corporate gym
- Company events and employee perks throughout the year
Product Manager Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute strategic plans for aluminum and steel product lines to drive growth and profitability.
- Monitor market trends, customer demands, competitive activity, and emerging industry opportunities.
- Identify and develop new market niches, applications, and product opportunities.
- Serve as the company's technical expert on aluminum and steel metallurgy, processing, and end-use applications.
- Provide technical support and product recommendations to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain expertise in metal alloys, grades, specifications, manufacturing processes, and industry standards.
- Collaborate with customers to understand current and future material requirements.
- Support sales efforts through customer visits, technical presentations, product training, and business development initiatives.
- Develop product positioning, value propositions, and market intelligence to support commercial growth.
- Work with procurement and operations teams to align sourcing, inventory, and production strategies with market needs.
- Evaluate potential suppliers, processing partners, and new product opportunities.
- Analyze pricing trends, market conditions, tariffs, and supply chain factors affecting the metals industry.
- Track product line performance, profitability, and market share to identify improvement opportunities.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives related to product development, market expansion, and customer solutions.
- Represent the company at customer meetings, industry events, trade shows, and supplier engagements.
- Prepare and present recommendations, forecasts, and market analyses to senior leadership.
Product Manager Skills/Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of the metals market, including products, pricing, industry trends, and key players.
- Experience in aluminum, steel, metals distribution, manufacturing, or related industrial markets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective business relationships.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Ability to operate a computer, using basic skills for inventory management and documentation.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficient in using CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in using CRM software and other relevant business tools.
- Willingness to travel as required to meet with clients and attend industry events.
Product Manager Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred. (or equivalent work experience).
- Knowledge of the metal industry and its products (steel, aluminum, etc.) is highly desirable.
- Trader experience preferred.
- Experience with product management, market development, technical sales, or business development preferred.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Additional tasks may be assigned based on business needs.
ned based on business needs.