Steel Sales Trainee

Total Steel of Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Steel of Australia in Laverton North, Victoria, is seeking a Steel Sales Trainee to join our growing sales team. This full-time role is designed to launch your career in steel, manufacturing and logistics, working alongside experienced professionals to learn product specs, customer service and order processing.

As you develop knowledge of grades, applications and quotations, you will support processing, quotations, site visits and customer meetings, while building relationships and gaining

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to build rapport with clients.
• Numeracy skills and comfort working with figures, quotations and pricing.
• Organisational abilities and attention to detail when managing multiple tasks and enquiries.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career in manufacturing and sales.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the sales team in managing customer enquiries and providing quotations for steel products.
• Learning about steel product specifications, grades and applications to effectively communicate with customers.
• Assisting with order processing, tracking and coordination with production and scheduling teams.
• Building and maintaining relationships with existing and potential customers through follow-up calls and emails.
• Gathering market information and competitor intelligence to support sales strategies.
• Participating in site visits and customer meetings to understand client needs and industry requirements.
• Contributing to warehouse and logistics coordination to ensure timely product delivery.
• Undertaking training and development to build product knowledge and sales skills.

Skills

Communication

Numeracy

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Learning mindset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Total Steel of Australia – Laverton North VIC

Total Steel of Australia is seeking a Steel Sales Trainee to join our dynamic sales team in Laverton North, Victoria. This is a full-time position designed to launch your career in the steel and manufacturing industry. As a Steel Sales Trainee, you will work alongside experienced sales professionals to develop your understanding of steel products, customer relationships, and the logistics that underpin our business. This role offers excellent exposure to all aspects of steel sales operations and is a stepping stone to a successful career in manufacturing and logistics.

Key responsibilities

Supporting the sales team in managing customer enquiries and providing quotations for steel products

Learning about steel product specifications, grades and applications to effectively communicate with customers

Assisting with order processing, tracking and coordination with production and scheduling teams

Building and maintaining relationships with existing and potential customers through follow-up calls and emails

Gathering market information and competitor intelligence to support sales strategies

Participating in site visits and customer meetings to understand client needs and industry requirements

Contributing to warehouse and logistics coordination to ensure timely product delivery

Undertaking training and development to build product knowledge and sales skills

What we're looking for

A school leaver or early-career professional with enthusiasm for sales and customer service

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build rapport with clients

Numeracy skills and comfort working with figures, quotations and pricing

Organisational abilities and attention to detail when managing multiple tasks and enquiries

A willingness to learn about steel products, manufacturing processes and the broader logistics industry

Reliability, punctuality and a professional approach to work

Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications

A proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing a career in manufacturing and sales

Preferred: Any experience or knowledge of the steel, manufacturing or logistics sectors

What we offer

Total Steel of Australia is committed to supporting the development of our team members.

We offer -

Comprehensive on-the-job training and mentorship from experienced sales professionals

Exposure to all facets of steel sales, production planning and logistics operations

Clear pathways for career progression into senior sales and management roles

A supportive workplace culture that values teamwork, learning and professional growth

Competitive salary and conditions for a trainee position

Opportunities to develop industry-recognised skills and knowledge in manufacturing and logistics

A stable role with a well-established company in the Australian steel sector

About us

Total Steel of Australia is a leading supplier of quality steel products to the manufacturing, construction and logistics sectors. Based in Laverton North, Victoria, we are committed to delivering exceptional products and service to our customers across Australia. With decades of industry experience, we pride ourselves on our product knowledge, customer focus and operational excellence. We are an employer that values innovation, integrity and the development of our people, making us an ideal place to start or advance your career in manufacturing and logistics.