Metals Inside Sales Trainee

Earle M. Jorgensen Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Paid Time Off and 9 paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness incentives

Employee discount program

Community engagement opportunities

Sales Incentive Program

Job summary

EMJ Phoenix, part of Earle M. Jorgensen Company, invites energetic individuals to join the Inside Sales Trainee program in Arizona. The role provides structured, hands-on training and daily exposure to sales activities within the metals industry.

Upon successful completion, trainees may advance to Inside Sales Representative, handling customer accounts, quotes, and orders with guidance from senior staff. EMJ Phoenix emphasizes growth, quality, and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of professional experience, preferably in a sales, service, or office environment.
• High School diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interest in developing a career in sales.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn sales systems.
• Effective time management, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple priorities.
• Customer-focused with a professional demeanor and strong work ethic.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training to learn inside sales systems and metallurgical basics.
• Assist with processing customer quotes and orders, ensuring accuracy and timely communication.
• Support order entry, pricing reviews, product availability checks, and certification coordination.
• Learn to resolve customer complaints and discrepancies in collaboration with senior team members.
• Attend department meetings and training sessions to develop knowledge of company products, services, and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to sales activities.
• Contribute to team goals by supporting sales outreach, order follow-up, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols, procedures, and ethical standards.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Customer-focused

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EMJ Phoenix, part of Earle M. Jorgensen Company, invites energetic individuals to join the Inside Sales Trainee program in Arizona. The role provides structured, hands-on training and daily exposure to sales activities within the metals industry.

Upon successful completion, trainees may advance to Inside Sales Representative, handling customer accounts, quotes, and orders with guidance from senior staff. EMJ Phoenix emphasizes growth, quality, and customer service excellence.