Inside Sales Representative

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc. is seeking a Customer Engagement Specialist to ensure accurate order processing and foster a steady customer base. The role includes making proactive in-person sales calls and contributing to a dynamic metals industry team.

Responsibilities include planning territory approach, training new staff, managing customer-specific material inventories, coordinating with operations, and negotiating terms while maintaining service excellence. Minimal travel is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• 3-5 years prior sales or industry experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of product offerings, ERP systems, and markets served.
• General understanding of metal processes and products.
• Proficient in MS Office; Minimal travel required. Travel is primarily local during the business day, with possible out-of-area travel on advance notice.

Responsibilities

• Plans territory/account approach and manages own resources.
• Assists in training new team members.
• Assists in creating account development plans.
• Performs inventory management for customer-specific material.
• Communicates with operations team and may serve as a production meeting representative.
• Occasional face-to-face customer interaction and moderate authority to set and negotiate terms.
• All other duties as assigned or may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills

Sales experience

MS Office

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

As a Customer Engagement Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our team by ensuring that orders are processed accurately and efficiently with minimal assistance. Your expertise will help us develop a steady customer base, and your proactive approach will see you making impactful in-person sales calls.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Plans territory/account approach and manages own resources
• Assists in training new team members
• Assists in creating account development plans
• Performs inventory management for customer-specific material
• Communicates with operations team and may serve as a production meeting representative
• Occasional face-to-face customer interaction and moderate authority/opportunity to set and negotiate product/service terms
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• High School diploma required, Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• 3-5 years prior sales or industry experience preferred
• Solid understanding of product offerings, ERP systems, and markets served
• General understanding of metal processes and products
• Proficient in MS OfficeMinimal travel required. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected with advance notice

Salary: $56,069 - $84,104 annually plus commission. A starting salary higher than $56,069 annually is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

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