Outside Sales Representative - Flat Rolled Steel
Territory: Seattle/Puget Sound, WA
Remote / Field-Based Position
Oregon Metal Services / Seaport Steel
Salary Range: $82,000 - $140,000 annually
Typical Hiring Range: $82,000 - $100,000 annually
Join a Leader in the Steel Industry
Oregon Metal Services and Seaport Steel are seeking an experienced Outside Sales Representative to grow existing accounts and develop new business throughout the Seattle/Puget Sound market. This role is ideal for a motivated sales professional with flat rolled steel experience who enjoys building customer relationships and helping customers find the right processing and material solutions.
What You'll Do
- Grow existing accounts and develop new business opportunities
- Build strong customer relationships through regular customer visits and prospecting activities
- Serve as a trusted resource for flat rolled steel products and processing capabilities
- Quote pricing, lead times, and processing requirements
- Partner with operations, quality, and inside sales teams to deliver exceptional service
- Resolve customer concerns related to quality, delivery, and product specifications
- Track sales opportunities and customer activity in CRM systems
- Monitor market trends and competitive activity within the steel industry
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k)
- Employee Engagement Program
- Remote Work Flexibility
- PTO and Sick Pay awarded after 90 days of employment
- Holiday Pay eligibility immediately
Qualifications
Required
- 3+ years of outside sales experience in the flat rolled steel, steel processing, metals distribution, or related industrial market
- Knowledge of steel products, processing capabilities, and manufacturing applications
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently, manage a sales territory, and achieve sales objectives
- Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Existing customer relationships within the flat rolled steel or metals industry
- Knowledge of coil leveling, slitting, laser processing, forming, or other value-added steel processing services
- Experience with ERP, order management, or inventory management systems
Seaport Steel and Oregon Metal Services are proud Equal Opportunity Employers.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Accommodations may be available if necessary to perform job functions.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Job Qualifications
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (2-4 years in sales with steel experience preferred).
- Communication: Ability to read and interpret business materials, write reports, and present information to managers, customers, and teams.
- Math Skills: Proficient in calculating gross profits, sales margins and percentages; basic algebra and geometry.
- Problem-Solving: Skilled in handling practical challenges and interpreting written, oral, and diagram instructions.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Eniteo a plus, and capable of leveraging digital tools and online platforms for research and market analysis.
Work Environment: Field-based role requiring driving approximately 75% of the time.