Outside Sales - Arkansas

Marmon/Keystone LLC; Arkansas; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped earnings

Day-One benefits

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with Roth option

Life/STD/LTD paid

Job summary

Marmon/Keystone LLC is seeking an ambitious Outside Sales professional to drive growth across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Western Tennessee. You’ll own a multi-state territory, develop strategic accounts, close new business, and nurture existing relationships with a focus on metals manufacturing and distribution.

Travel 70%+ and report pipeline momentum to leadership. Join a Berkshire Hathaway-backed leader offering uncapped earnings, day-one benefits, and a culture that rewards

Qualifications

• 3+ years outside sales with growth in industrial/ manufacturing sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree required in business, marketing, engineering or related field.
• Willingness to travel 70%+ across the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute territory growth strategy targeting high-potential accounts.
• Prospect, qualify, and close new customers; expand presence in key segments.
• Grow existing relationships by cross-selling value-added services.
• Analyze market trends and competitive activity to inform pricing and strategy.
• Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure flawless execution.
• Report performance metrics and pipeline momentum to leadership.

Skills

Outside sales

Account development

CRM proficiency

Travel 70%+

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Business/Marketing/Engineering)

Tools

Salesforce/HubSpot

Job description

Marmon/Keystone LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

About Us

At Marmon/Keystone, a Berkshire Hathaway company, we’ve been a force in the metals distribution industry for over a century — and we’re just getting started. With over 20 locations across North America and an unwavering commitment to innovation, we’re modernizing what it means to deliver precision metals, engineered services, and next-level customer partnerships.

Our business thrives on grit, speed, and strategic thinking — and we’re looking for a growth-minded sales professional who embodies those qualities.

The Opportunity

This role isn’t about maintaining accounts — it’s about expanding market share and driving new business.

In this Outside Sales role, you’ll own a multi-state region that includes Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Western TN. driving growth in an already established $8 million territory with significant upside potential.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute a territory growth strategy that targets high-potential accounts across metals manufacturing, fabrication, and distribution.
• Prospect, qualify, and close new customers, expanding our presence in key market segments.
• Grow existing relationships by uncovering new needs, cross-selling value-added services, and deepening engagement.
• Analyze market trends and competitive activity to inform pricing, product positioning, and account strategy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and quality to ensure flawless execution and customer satisfaction.
• Report performance metrics and strategic insights to leadership, highlighting progress, wins, and pipeline momentum.

Who You Are

• A results-oriented sales professional with a record of developing new business in industrial, metals, or manufacturing sectors.
• Confident in building and maintaining long-term partnerships while consistently achieving growth goals.
• Analytical, strategic, and entrepreneurial — you treat your territory like your own business.
• Skilled in communicating with both technical and executive audiences.
• Energized by competition, learning, and continuous improvement.

Core Competencies

• Business Development Strategy: Identifying, targeting, and capturing high-value new accounts through a structured, insight-driven approach.
• Negotiation & Closing: Consultative selling and value-based negotiation that builds profitability and loyalty.
• Territory Management: Strategic planning to optimize territory coverage and drive pipeline velocity.
• Customer Acquisition & Retention: Building relationships that translate into measurable growth and recurring business.
• Market Intelligence: Understanding metals pricing, trends, and competitor positioning.
• Analytical Selling: Translating technical specifications into tangible ROI for customers.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to deliver customized solutions.
• Resilience & Drive: Demonstrating persistence, adaptability, and ownership in achieving sales targets.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of outside sales experience with measurable success in business growth.
• Experience with tubing, pipe, bar, or value-added metal services strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong business and financial acumen with margin-management experience.
• CRM proficiency (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar) and advanced MS Office skills.
• Willingness to travel 70+% across the assigned region.

Why Join Marmon/Keystone

• Uncapped earning potential — base + commission tied to growth performance.
• Immediate Day-One Benefits — medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with Roth option, and company-paid life/STD/LTD.
• Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks) and Tuition Reimbursement after one year.
• A legacy brand backed by Berkshire Hathaway with the resources of a global leader and the entrepreneurial spirit of a modern competitor.
• A performance-driven culture that rewards initiative, innovation, and results.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Marmon/Keystone LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

***Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Sponsorship for work authorization (e.g., H-1B, green card, etc.) is not available.***

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.