JOB DETAILS

Manager of Asset Recovery and Secondary Markets

CompanyA&K Railroad Materials Inc
LocationKansas City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 18, 2026
About The Company
A&K Railroad Materials, is the nation's leading supplier of new and used track materials. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, A&K has regional sales offices, satellite sales offices and a network of storage and distribution centers strategically located throughout the United States. Together, these offices and locations maintain the most extensive and comprehensive inventory of new, relay, and reconditioned rail and track materials in the nation. The reasons to choose A&K Railroad Materials are clear. A&K's team of rail specialists deliver the quality products you need on time and exactly right. They back up commitments with performance. Railroad professionals around the world know when they need it, A&K has it all. Such as fasteners from our own fasteners division, a trackwork manufacturing plant, continuous welding plant and fleet of CWR trains. We also travel the world for materials our customers need, buying and recovering about 500 miles of track every year.
About the Role

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

  • 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

Why Join A&K Railroad Materials?

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

If you're ready to build new markets, maximize asset value, and help drive the future of A&K Railroad Materials, we'd love to hear from you.


Apply today! Our application takes about 3 minutes, and qualified candidates can expect to hear from our recruiting team within 24–48 hours. 

Key Skills
Business DevelopmentNegotiationRelationship ManagementCommodity TradingPricing StrategyMarket IntelligenceCommercial ContractingAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft OfficeERP SystemsAsset RecoveryScrap Recycling
Categories
Management & LeadershipSalesLogisticsManufacturingTransportation
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceDisability Insurance401(k) With Company MatchPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementShort Term DisabilityCareer Growth Opportunities
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Lead the strategy for maximizing the value of scrap materials, surplus inventory, and secondary assets across nationwide operations. Identify emerging markets and negotiate complex contracts to create new revenue opportunities.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
159
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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