Sales Manager - USA Aluminum - Aurora, Ohio

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you've never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

As the Sales Manager for our USA Aluminum division, you'll be the driving force behind revenue growth and customer success across your territory.

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You'll:

• Own the sales strategy for a portfolio of technical products and industrial solutions.
• Lead and coach a high-performing team of sales engineers to hit quarterly and annual targets.
• Build deep customer relationships through onsite visits, problem-solving, and strong technical support.
• Identify new opportunities through prospecting, market intelligence, and competitive analysis.
• Negotiate pricing, agreements, and terms that balance customer value with strong margins.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, supply chain, and customer service to deliver an exceptional experience.
• Drive continuous improvement in CRM usage, forecasting, reporting, and sales processes.
• Champion Pyrotek's values while cultivating a positive, inclusive, high-trust team environment.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who blends leadership confidence with strong technical and commercial instincts.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field
• 5+ years in industrial sales + 2+ years leading teams (aluminum industry experience preferred)
• Strong command of CRM systems (Visual CRM is a bonus)
• Ability to sell complex technical solutions in industrial environments
• Comfort reading drawings, understanding mechanical/electrical systems, and presenting technical content
• Sharp business judgment, negotiation ability, and market awareness
• Excellent communication skills with a talent for building trust
• Ability to travel up to 50% (valid U.S. driver's license + passport required)

You'll thrive here if you:

• Love the mix of field work, strategy, and team leadership
• Are energized by visiting plants, solving real-world technical problems, and helping customers improve their operations
• Stay calm and thoughtful in challenging customer situations
• Enjoy coaching and developing emerging sales talent
• Move fast, stay organized, and like being in charge of your outcomes

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a team member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend, and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, operate a motor vehicle in accordance with safety and traffic regulations, and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment

Generally, work within an office and manufacturing environment. While/if working remotely, must establish and maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home office environment that supports productivity and confidentiality, and must maintain reliable connectivity for business purposes. While working in a manufacturing environment, there may be exposure to fumes or airborne particles, varying temperatures, molten metal, a moderate level of noise, mechanical parts, and moving industrial vehicles. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as approved footwear, respirators, and safety glasses/goggles, may be required.

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Pyrotek benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision after 31 days
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• 401(k) with generous match
• Profit Sharing
• Supplemental Benefits

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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