Head of OEM Growth

Job description

Head of OEM Growth Contract Manufacturing Platform | Sheet Metal & Welding Pen Manufacturing is building a scalable contract manufacturing platform focused on precision sheet metal fabrication and welding. We are seeking a senior OEM growth leader to develop and prove a repeatable OEM acquisition strategy within our current operation, then expand that model across future acquired facilities. This role is not limited to one plant. It is designed to build a scalable OEM growth engine. The Mandate • Develop and execute OEM penetration strategy within our existing fabrication operation • Secure high value OEM partnerships aligned with our technical capabilities • Build a structured playbook for vertical targeting, pricing strategy, and account expansion • Collaborate with operations to ensure manufacturability and margin alignment • Once validated, replicate and scale the OEM growth model across newly acquired facilities This role is foundational to long term platform expansion. Ideal Background • 15+ years in contract manufacturing sales • Deep experience in sheet metal fabrication and welding • Machining experience a strong plus • Proven success acquiring and scaling OEM accounts • Experience operating within multi site or roll up manufacturing environments preferred • Strong strategic and operational alignment capability Candidates without direct contract manufacturing experience will not be considered. Why This Role Is Different • Opportunity to architect OEM strategy, not inherit a book • Influence across current and future facilities • Platform level growth mandate • Direct impact on acquisition integration strategy Compensation : $70,000-130,000 Commission Bonus: $0-300,000 per year Competitive base salary plus performance based incentive Uncapped commission tied to OEM revenue growth Clear path to expanded commercial leadership as OEM footprint scales About Pen Manufacturing (Metal Manufacturing) Pen Manufacturing is a prominent player in the sheet metal, machining and welding fabrication industry, renowned for delivering precision-engineered solutions. We are a fast growing and fast paced manufacturing company focused on Water and Electrical Infrastructure, Roads/Bridges, Aerospace and many more industries.