Sales Representative (Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ferroalloy & Industrial)

Trader / Sales Representative

Division : The David J. Joseph Company

Location : Cincinnati, OH, United States

Other Available Locations : Alabama; Illinois; Missouri; Nebraska; Ohio; Pennsylvania; South Carolina; Texas; Utah

About Us : DJJ, a division of Nucor Corporation, is seeking applicants for our Trader / Sales Representative positions. DJJ is a world leader in scrap metal recycling, trading, and transportation. Founded in 1885, we pride ourselves on our dedication to safety, and the principles of integrity and respect. We're recognized as a good community citizen who is trustworthy, financially strong, and environmentally proactive.

Benefits : Some of the best benefits in the business include medical, vision, and dental coverage. We value our teammates and offer benefits packages that also include a bonus program, profit sharing, stock plan, retirement savings, credit union, vacation and holiday pay, scholarship and tuition reimbursement, unlimited growth potential, relocation assistance, free financial planning / assistance via Insight Financial, free teammate parking, company cell phone, 8-10 week paid company training, and access to a mentor program.

Purpose : The primary purpose / role of a Trader / Sales Representative is to directly support and drive the raw material advantage for Nucor. You will be instrumental in building relationships with scrap / alloy suppliers, purchasing various grades of scrap / alloy, and brokering that scrap / alloy to steel mills and melt shops at margin. You will work closely with our logistics team, Nucor mill teammates, and will also support our open market and third party accounts. A curiosity of the markets, creating / driving relationships, and developing business is key to success within this role.

Responsibilities : Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided for this position. The candidates we seek for these roles must be 100% open to recurring travel and are required to relocate both initially and in the future for promotional opportunities. They must also possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, a curiosity of financial markets, strong commercial acumen, and an ability to develop strong relationships.

Develop new business

Grow existing relationships with customers (both suppliers and consumers) to further strengthen relationships and create business opportunities

Sell / Trade commodities (ferrous / nonferrous metals and ferroalloys)

Interact with customers regarding supply chain management, special payment terms and contract changes and create business opportunities to effect strong customer relations and profitability for the Company

Ability to travel up to 30-60% of the time

Required initial and future relocation to any listed locations (company paid, strictly based on business need - not preferential)

District Trading Offices : Birmingham, Charleston, Chicago, Cincinnati, Houston, Omaha, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Salt Lake City, St. Louis

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience