Jay Martin
About Jay Martin
Jay Martin serves as a Global Key Account Manager at Kennametal and has been an elected official on the City Council of La Porte, Texas, since 2010. With a background in business administration and extensive experience in the oil and gas sector, he manages key accounts generating over $50 million in annual sales.
Work at Kennametal
Jay Martin has served as a Global Key Account Manager at Kennametal since 2014. In this role, he manages key accounts in the oil and gas sector, contributing to over $50 million in annual sales. His responsibilities include developing and coordinating wear solution projects for globally focused accounts. Martin's expertise in negotiation, operations management, and sales management within the machining industry supports his effectiveness in this position.
Elected Official in La Porte, TX
Jay Martin has been an elected official on the City Council of La Porte, Texas, since 2010. His tenure spans 14 years, during which he has participated in local governance and decision-making processes. His role as a council member involves addressing community needs and contributing to the development of policies that impact the residents of La Porte.
Education and Expertise
Jay Martin studied Business Administration and Management at San Jacinto College, where he earned an Associate of Arts degree from 1971 to 1974. He furthered his education at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management from 1974 to 1976. His educational background supports his extensive experience in sales management and operations within the machining industry.
Previous Experience at Sumitomo Electric Carbide
Before joining Kennametal, Jay Martin worked at Sumitomo Electric Carbide as a Senior Regional Sales Manager from 1988 to 2013. During his 25 years in this role, he developed skills in managing sales operations and building client relationships within the Houston, Texas area. His experience at Sumitomo Electric Carbide laid the foundation for his subsequent success in key account management.