Head of Tundish & Ingot Applications

Vesuvius USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of refractory technologies is seeking a Product Manager to oversee the M&T Tundish team and lead product innovation initiatives. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 7-10 years of industry experience. Key responsibilities include managing product performance metrics, collaborating with global teams for innovation, and supporting training for sales personnel. Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills are essential for this position, which offers a dynamic work environment in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in the steel or refractory industry.
• Proven experience in product development and technical marketing.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the M&T Tundish team and oversee product management for ingot offerings.
• Lead product innovation roadmaps and market alignment.
• Coordinate R&D activities to enhance product performance.
• Collaborate with global teams for technology innovation.
• Manage technical performance metrics for product improvements.
• Support internal training and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Technical communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Customer focus

Product management

Collaboration with teams

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Ceramics Engineering or related technical discipline

Advanced degree in Business Management (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD or modeling tools

Job description

Key Result Areas:

This role requires a strong business acumen, technical foundation in refractory and steelmaking technologies, coupled with an entrepreneurial mindset to lead product development initiatives and translate customer needs into innovative solutions.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Direct oversight and management of the M&T Tundish team (4 direct reports) and directly manage product management role for ingot offerings.
• Lead the roadmap for tundish and ingot product innovation, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer requirements.
• Manage and coordinate research and development activities related to tundish and ingot products, including design improvements, materials innovation, and performance testing.
• Collaborate with global R&D and product development teams to support technology transfer and innovation at the plant level.
• Manage technical performance metrics, analyzing product and process data to drive performance improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Partner with commercial and other internal teams to define product‑fit & positioning, competitive differentiation, and go‑to‑market strategy for the tundish portfolio.
• Support the creation of marketing collateral, technical presentations, and value propositions to effectively promote the product line.
• Conduct market intelligence activities to assess competitor offerings, industry trends, and customer feedback.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for tundish & ingot related inquiries, ensuring timely and high‑quality support to both internal teams and customers.
• Provide training and development to sales and field service personnel to enhance tundish product knowledge.
• Participate in key customer visits, technical trials, and performance reviews to ensure product satisfaction and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Procurement teams to ensure seamless implementation of new products and technologies.
• Oversee capex planning and project execution where applicable to tundish‑related technologies or infrastructure improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards in all aspects of product development and deployment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Ceramics Engineering, or related technical discipline (advanced degree in Business Management is preferred).
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in the steel or refractory industry, with a strong background in tundish applications.
• Proven experience in product development, technical marketing, and cross‑functional project management.
• Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills with a commercial mindset.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Develop and maintain tundish related documentation including supporting CCAR incidents, procedures, process maps, and technical reports.

Skills & Behaviors:

• Working safely is a condition of employment—Vesuvius is committed to reducing and eliminating workplace hazards.
• Excellent technical communication, analytical and presentation skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with global, cross‑functional teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint); CAD or modeling tools a plus.
• Highly motivated and action‑oriented.
• Action Oriented
• Technical Learning
• Product Management
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving
• Analytical skills
• Drive for Results
• Priority Setting

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities:

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants based on pay disclosure under 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).

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