Director Of Business Development at American Iron and Metal

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Commercial Strategy, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Market Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Analytical Skills, Negotiation, Sourcing Strategies, Partnership Development, Forecasting, Accountability, Results Orientation, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Automotive Industry Knowledge, Metals Recycling Knowledge

Industry

Utilities

Description

Company Description American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. What We Offer Providing competitive base salary plus annual year-end performance bonus Offering full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents Delivering a high-impact leadership role within a growing, entrepreneurial organization Creating opportunities to shape commercial strategy and lead a high-performing team in a dynamic industry Job Description The Director of Business Development, U.S. is responsible for driving and executing AIM’s commercial growth strategy across the automotive and recycling value chain, with a strong focus on catalytic converter sourcing and automotive strategic supply initiatives. As a senior leader within the Honeycomb division, this role is accountable for delivering sustained growth in volume, margin, and profitability across the U.S. market. The Director establishes clear commercial priorities, translating strategy into executable plans, and ensuring consistent performance across pipeline development, forecasting, and budget expectations. This position requires a proven leader who is driving performance, building and leading a commercial team, and executing with discipline in a multi-territory environment. While experience in catalytic converters, metals recycling, or automotive is a plus, the priority is finding someone with exceptional leadership and business development capabilities. Key Responsibilities Business Development & Commercial Strategy: Leading and executing business development and commercial strategies aligned with company objectives Identifying and securing new sources, strategic partnerships, and market opportunities Developing and implementing sourcing strategies that strengthen AIM’s competitive position Commercial Team Leadership: Building, leading, and mentoring a high-performing commercial team across multiple U.S. territories Driving commercial targets tied to volume, margin, and deal conversion Fostering a performance-driven culture centered on accountability, ownership, and results Pipeline, Forecasting & Performance Management: Ensuring accurate pipeline management, forecasting, and alignment to performance expectations Leading regular commercial reviews focused on growth and deal execution Maintaining data integrity and enforcing disciplined performance tracking across the organization Strategic Planning & Market Intelligence: Monitoring market conditions, competitive dynamics, and pricing trends within automotive, metals, and commodities Providing actionable insights to support sourcing strategy, capacity planning, and growth initiatives Contributing to annual planning, budgeting, and commercial forecasting processes Cross-Functional Alignment: Partnering closely with Operations, Logistics, Administration, and Finance to ensure commercial commitments align with execution capabilities Collaborating with other Business Development leaders to ensure consistency in strategy and execution across territories Qualifications Holding a bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) strongly preferred Bringing 8+ years of experience in U.S. business development, commercial leadership, or sales management Demonstrating success in leading business development or commercial teams at scale across multi-territory environments Driving business growth through disciplined execution, strategic partnerships, and strong leadership Possessing experience in automotive, recycling, metals, or related industrial supply chain environments (highly desirable) Applying strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a track record of driving volume growth and profitability Operating comfortably in a remote, high-travel, field-based role ~50–75%, internationally and domestic

Responsibilities

The Director of Business Development is responsible for driving AIM’s commercial growth strategy, focusing on catalytic converter sourcing and automotive supply initiatives. This role includes leading a commercial team and ensuring performance across pipeline development and budget expectations.