Outside Steel Sales

Horizon Steel; Wheeling (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel processing company is seeking a Business Development Professional who can thrive in a dynamic environment. The role involves quoting RFQs, strategizing with the sales team, and maintaining strong internal communication. Ideal candidates will have steel sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to business development. The position offers flexibility with both onsite and remote work options.

Qualifications

• Steel sales experience in the industrial & manufacturing markets required.
• Stainless steel and/or aluminum background a plus.
• Must be a self-starter with proven business development success.

Responsibilities

• Quote RFQs and gather pertinent information from customers.
• Review feasibility and sourcing.
• Maintain knowledge of steel industry specifications.
• Enter RFQ opportunities in Salesforce.
• Prospect and cold call as necessary.

Skills

Steel sales experience

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Written skills

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Horizon Steel has an exciting opportunity for a proven Business Development Professional. Since 1983, Horizon Steel has been a leader within the steel processing industry in North America. The company culture and employee benefits are highlighted in the description.

Ideally, the candidate would reside in Chicago or the greater Milwaukee, Wisconsin area; however, based on the Steel Sales book of business in this region, the position offers onsite or remote work options.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Quote RFQs. Verbally discuss and gather all pertinent information from the customer.
• Review feasibility and sourcing (Stock, mill, spot).
• Maintain knowledge of various steel industry specifications.
• Enter RFQ opportunities in Salesforce.
• Strategize with management and outside sales on long-term program opportunities.
• Prospect / cold call; travel when required.
• Assist Customer Service Representatives, Production scheduling, and traffic coordinators as needed.
• Demonstrate solid working knowledge of the steel industry.
• Understand quality procedures for compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Steel sales experience in the industrial & manufacturing markets required (flat rolled steel preferred).
• Stainless steel and/or aluminum background a plus.
• Must be a self-starter with proven new business development success and the ability to grow existing accounts.
• Microsoft Office and ERP experience.

Knowledge and Skills Preferred

• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and written skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Product Management

• Industries: Mining