What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Asset Recovery and Secondary Markets position at A&K Railroad Materials, Inc.?
Description
Travel 20–40%
A&K Railroad Materials Inc. is a leading supplier of new and used railroad track materials. A&K has sales offices, and a network of storage and distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States. Together, these offices and inventory locations maintain an extensive and comprehensive inventory of track materials across the nation. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions to promote lasting railway infrastructure.
Are you a strategic commercial leader who knows how to uncover value where others see surplus? Do you enjoy developing new markets, negotiating complex transactions, and turning underutilized assets into profitable opportunities? If so, A&K Railroad Materials wants to hear from you.
As the Manager of Asset Recovery and Secondary Markets, you'll lead the strategy for maximizing the value of scrap materials, surplus inventory, used railroad ties, industrial equipment, rolling stock, and other secondary assets generated throughout our nationwide operations.
This is a highly visible role where you'll combine market intelligence, business development, pricing strategy, and commercial negotiations to create new revenue opportunities. Working closely with operations, leadership, and customers across North America, you'll identify emerging markets, build strategic relationships, negotiate contracts, and help drive profitability across the business.
Requirements
What You'll Bring
For more than 65 years, A&K has been helping build and maintain North America's railway infrastructure. We're looking for innovative professionals who enjoy solving business challenges, identifying new opportunities, and making a measurable impact on company performance.
This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing business function while working with industry leaders, customers, mills, foundries, recyclers, brokers, and manufacturers across the country.
We Offer
Apply today! Our application takes about 3 minutes, and qualified candidates can expect to hear from our recruiting team within 24–48 hours.
Travel 20–40%
A&K Railroad Materials Inc. is a leading supplier of new and used railroad track materials. A&K has sales offices, and a network of storage and distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States. Together, these offices and inventory locations maintain an extensive and comprehensive inventory of track materials across the nation. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions to promote lasting railway infrastructure.
Are you a strategic commercial leader who knows how to uncover value where others see surplus? Do you enjoy developing new markets, negotiating complex transactions, and turning underutilized assets into profitable opportunities? If so, A&K Railroad Materials wants to hear from you.
As the Manager of Asset Recovery and Secondary Markets, you'll lead the strategy for maximizing the value of scrap materials, surplus inventory, used railroad ties, industrial equipment, rolling stock, and other secondary assets generated throughout our nationwide operations.
This is a highly visible role where you'll combine market intelligence, business development, pricing strategy, and commercial negotiations to create new revenue opportunities. Working closely with operations, leadership, and customers across North America, you'll identify emerging markets, build strategic relationships, negotiate contracts, and help drive profitability across the business.
Requirements
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience
- 5 years of experience in scrap recycling, metals sales, commodity trading, industrial asset recovery, or a related commercial role
- Strong business development, negotiation, and relationship management skills
- Knowledge of scrap markets, commodity pricing, and commercial contracting
- Strong analytical skills with experience using Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- Experience in the railroad, steel, manufacturing, foundry, or recycling industries is a plus
For more than 65 years, A&K has been helping build and maintain North America's railway infrastructure. We're looking for innovative professionals who enjoy solving business challenges, identifying new opportunities, and making a measurable impact on company performance.
This role offers the opportunity to shape a growing business function while working with industry leaders, customers, mills, foundries, recyclers, brokers, and manufacturers across the country.
We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company paid Life Insurance and STD
- Career Growth Opportunities
Apply today! Our application takes about 3 minutes, and qualified candidates can expect to hear from our recruiting team within 24–48 hours.