Territory Outside Sales Pro — MS & North LA

Phoenix Metals Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to drive growth across the Mississippi/North Louisiana territory. You will serve as the primary contact for customers, manage accounts, and develop sales strategies to expand opportunities.

The role emphasizes relationship building, product knowledge, and proactive engagement with clients to maximize profitability and service levels.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education provide required knowledge and abilities.
• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor degree preferred.
• Sales and customer service knowledge essential for territory management.
• Understanding of metals industry fundamentals and product applications.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for selling products for distribution to business and industrial establishments.
• Serves as the primary contact for customers and maintains relationships.
• Manages assigned customer accounts and grows business opportunities.
• Develops sales strategies and action plans to maximize profitability.
• Develops new prospects and identifies leads to increase sales.
• Negotiates pricing and terms within policy.
• Maintains customer records and usage of appropriate systems.
• Performs cold calls and calls to existing customers in territory.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Metals industry knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

Negotiation

Territory management

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma/GED

Bachelor degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reliance, Inc. is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to drive growth across the Mississippi/North Louisiana territory. You will serve as the primary contact for customers, manage accounts, and develop sales strategies to expand opportunities.

The role emphasizes relationship building, product knowledge, and proactive engagement with clients to maximize profitability and service levels.