Matt Carnathan is the Sales Manager in Houston, TX.
Matt Carnathan, the Sales Manager for Delta Steel – Houston Division, has a remarkable five-year journey with the company. Matt’s journey to Delta Steel is marked by a strong work ethic and a passion for new challenges. Prior to joining the company, he spent 16 years working for a trucking company. Despite being groomed for a leadership role, he felt a desire for change and sought new opportunities. Fortuitously, he learned of an opening for a Traffic Manager at Delta Steel, thanks to a friend’s recommendation. After a successful interview, Matt joined Delta Steel starting as a Traffic Manager in January 2018 and since then his dedication and commitment to growth have made him a valuable asset to the organization.
This transition marked a significant shift in his career trajectory, as he had only held two jobs throughout his career. “I never had never had to prepare a resume before!” However, Matt’s determination and enthusiasm quickly became evident.
“I’m happy everyday. Genuinely.”
One of the highlights of Matt’s career at Delta Steel was his collaboration with the VP of Commercial, where they negotiated with the Port of Houston operations to bring materials into the facility via barges—a groundbreaking approach for the company. His proactive approach and problem-solving skills demonstrated his ability to adapt and contribute to the company’s significant growth.
Career Growth
Matt has steadily progressed over the next few years and he ultimately pursued a role as Sales Manager, which he assumed in November 2022.
In his current role as Sales Manager, Matt plays a vital role in supporting the sales team, though transitioning from day-to-day sales activities to this role presented its own set of challenges. Relinquishing accounts proved to be more demanding than he anticipated. However, he approaches his responsibilities with genuine enthusiasm.
“I get great satisfaction from helping my team be successful.”
What Matt enjoys most about his current role is witnessing the intricate process of negotiations and purchases. Transitioning from an operations-focused background to the commercial side of the business has been a fulfilling experience for him. He relishes the positive work environment and describes his daily experience as genuinely happy, underlining the importance of great leadership, a supportive warehouse team, and the company culture.
Looking ahead, Matt has ambitious aspirations with Delta Steel. He envisions himself as a General Manager for one of the company’s facilities when the right time and location align.
“I don’t think I could find a better situation than the one I’m in right now. It’s an ideal situation and I don’t think I could ever leave.”
Hobbies
In his free time, Matt enjoys outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, and golf, where he brings the same dedication and passion as he does to his role as MSCI Texas chapter president, all while balancing family life, 20 years of marriage to his wife Jennifer, and actively supporting his three sports-loving sons: Logan, Caden, & Jackson.
Quotation
“Can’t. Never could.” – John Lee
Congratulations, Matt! We look forward to the fresh and innovative contributions you’ll continue to make to our team in the years ahead. Here’s to your continued success!