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Sales Manager - Steel Industry (Refractories) Location: Tuscaloosa/Birmingham, AL Join a Specialized Leader in the Steel Industry TYK America, Inc. is a manufacturer of high-performance refractory ...

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We are seeking a results-driven Outside Sales Representative with experience in the steel industry and a strong combination of sales, estimating, and project management skills. The ideal candidate is ...

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Support internal reporting and documentation using Microsoft Office * Assist sales and technical ... Experience in the steel industry strongly preferred * Exposure to refractories or steelmaking ...

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Support internal reporting and documentation using Microsoft Office * Assist sales and technical ... Experience in the steel industry strongly preferred * Exposure to refractories or steelmaking ...

Grow sales by acquiring new steel plate customers. * Keep up-to-date on current industry trends, analyze market conditions, and report significant information to Sales Managers and customers.

Grow sales by acquiring new steel plate customers. * Keep up-to-date on current industry trends, analyze market conditions, and report significant information to Sales Managers and customers.

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Sales Manager - Steel Industry (Refractories)

Tuscaloosa, AL • On-site

TYK AMERICA, INC.
Ceramic, Glass, Cement Product Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

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Job description

Sales Manager – Steel Industry (Refractories)

Location: Tuscaloosa/Birmingham, AL


Join a Specialized Leader in the Steel Industry


TYK America, Inc. is a manufacturer of high-performance refractory products used in steelmaking operations across North America.


Position Summary

The Sales Manager is responsible for managing and growing TYK America’s customer relationships throughout assigned territories and market segments. This position oversees key client accounts, develops new business opportunities, and serves as the primary liaison between customers and internal teams to ensure exceptional service, profitable growth, and long-term customer satisfaction.

The Sales Manager will work closely with customers in the steel, non-ferrous metals, foundry, and specialty ceramics industries to identify refractory product needs, provide solutions, and expand TYK America’s market presence.  

Essential Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain relationships with existing customer accounts.
  • Conduct regular customer visits to assess needs, review performance, and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, concerns, and issue resolution.
  • Coordinate with operations, technical services, and customer service teams to ensure timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Develop and execute strategies to expand TYK America’s customer base and market share.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer requirements to uncover growth opportunities.
  • Prepare sales forecasts and maintain accurate records
  • Track key performance metrics and provide regular reports to management.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial sales, account management, or business development.
  • Experience in refractory materials, steel manufacturing, ceramics, industrial minerals, or related industries strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record of developing new business and growing existing accounts.
  • Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to travel regularly to customer sites throughout assigned territories.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Strong customer relationship management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and customer accounts simultaneously.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.

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About TYK America

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TYK AMERICA, INC. a wholly owned subsidiary of TYK Corporation of Japan was established in 1982 when TYK Corporation bought the assets of Swank Refractories. Swank Refractories, established in 1856, was the worlds oldest supplier of refractories for the iron and steel industry pioneering pouring refractories for the first Bessemer Convertor. During its long history Swank Refractories developed refractories for the electric, open hearth, and basic oxygen steel making processes. Swank refractories was a leader in the development of new materials and processes for refractories. TYK AMERICA, INC. operates two plants in the United States. These plants, located at Large (near Pittsburgh), and Irvona (near Altoona), Pennsylvania are engaged in the manufacturing of Magnesia Graphite and Alumina Graphite Brick, Bulk Ultra Low Cement Castables, Precast Monolithic Refractories, Isostatically Pressed Magnesia Carbon Shapes (BOF Tapholes, EAF-EBT tapholes, etc) and Alumina Graphite Shapes for continuous casters. The company also develops various equipment for steel and aluminum industry.

Industry

Ceramic, glass, cement product manufacturing

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Clairton, PA, US

Year founded

1987