Outside Sales Representative, Metal Industry (Midwest)
Arbon is seeking a motivated, strategic Outside Sales Representative to grow their stainless steel and aluminum business across the Midwest. If you excel at building relationships, understanding customer needs, and closing deals, this role is for you. We are looking for someone who is eager to grow a territory, is proactive and energetic and has a track record of growth.
You’ll serve as the primary contact for new and existing customers, using your metal service center expertise to offer tailored solutions from their flat-rolled products and services. As the business grows, this role includes opportunities to build and lead a sales team.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage a Midwest territory and work toward clear revenue goals.
- Prospect, research, and network to develop new business.
- Negotiate pricing and contracts to close profitable deals.
Build Customer Relationships
- Serve as a trusted advisor to key accounts.
- Understand customer needs and recommend product solutions.
- Deliver presentations, demonstrations, and proposals.
Be a Product Expert
- Focus on stainless, aluminum, and light carbon flat-rolled products.
- Learn Arbon’s full metal portfolio and service capabilities.
- Partner with internal teams (Inside Sales, Purchasing, Scheduling, Production, Quality, Shipping) to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
Stay Market-Savvy
- Track industry trends and competitors.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and forecasting.
What You Need
- 3+ years of outside sales experience in the metal service center industry strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Experience with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel in the U.S. and abroad.
- Be located in the Midwest (IL, WI, MN, IN, OH, PA or nearby state)
- Salary: $80,000–$90,000+ (based on experience)
- Performance-based sales incentives
- 401(k) with company participation
- Medical and dental benefits
- Profit sharing
- Reimbursement for travel and approved expenses
- Opportunity to build and lead a sales team as the territory expands
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Sales and Business Development
Industries
Primary Metal Manufacturing