Field Account Executive – Territory Sales (Auto & Recycling)

American Iron & Metal (AIM); Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Company vehicle

Tuition scholarship

Benefits package

401(k) match

Job summary

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is seeking a field-based Sales Representative to grow our supplier network across your territory, meeting automotive businesses, recyclers and industrial suppliers to identify opportunities and build lasting relationships.

You’ll negotiate prices, assess material value, coordinate with logistics, and travel daily with occasional overnight stays. A valid driver’s license and comfort with outdoor work in all weather are required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience in automotive, recycling, transportation, or related industries.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Willingness to travel daily within territory with some overnight travel.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build supplier/customer relationships.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, lift and move material during inspections and collections.
• Build strong relationships with existing and new suppliers throughout your assigned territory.
• Negotiating directly with suppliers and preparing accurate, timely bids based on material value.
• Evaluating catalytic converters based on market factors and conduct negotiations directly with suppliers during on-site interactions, ensuring profitability.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers through regular in person site visits.
• Coordinating with operations and logistics teams to ensure efficient process and transportation of materials.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Self-motivated

Independent work

Job description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is seeking a field-based Sales Representative to grow our supplier network across your territory, meeting automotive businesses, recyclers and industrial suppliers to identify opportunities and build lasting relationships.

You’ll negotiate prices, assess material value, coordinate with logistics, and travel daily with occasional overnight stays. A valid driver’s license and comfort with outdoor work in all weather are required.