Sales Leadership Program

Nucor Careers

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success. Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve. Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, profit sharing, pay-for-performance bonuses, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, stock program, scholarships, and more.

Need to Know : Compensation : $76,980 plus up to 33% bonus potential plus relocation assistance. Locations hiring for training : Louisville, KY. Future relocation to any listed locations is required (company paid relocation, strictly based on business need) plus Cincinnati, Houston, Kansas City, Miami, Orlando, Salt Lake City, St. Louis, and Tampa.

Basic Job Functions : The goal of the Sales Leadership Program is to learn all facets of the scrap buying process and assume a buyer role upon completion. This includes 6-12 months of hands-on, in-depth training in one geographic region. Learn and model our Safety First Culture including OSHA and safety programs. Responsible for developing and supporting relationships with accounts to effect the best possible service to customers. Gain a confident understanding of the scrap recycling market through customer visits, time spent in scrap yards, and mentor shadowing. Become an expert in your regions marketplace and communicate your market forecast to your team. Interact with various levels of corporate personnel, customers, vendors / suppliers, and teammates to resolve problems, and ensure steady delivery of products purchased or sold. Master conflict resolution and relationship management skills. Remain current with the scrap metal recycling industry by reading publications and participating in trade associations. Expect frequent travel. Relocating after the program is required. Expect to work outside in extreme weather conditions in an industrial environment.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills : Bachelor's degree preferably in a business discipline, sales, economics, finance, or related field. Exceptional communication skills to support customers and internal operations. Ability to build relationships, collaborate, and work efficiently with team members. Exceptional organizational skills, customer service, and be highly adaptable. Be able to make quick decisions with confidence in a never-changing environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills : Have a continuous improvement mindset and be able to creatively problem solve. Have ability to interface effectively with customers and teammates. Previous leadership experience. Previous sales and / or customer service experience. Ability to work diligently and autonomously and as a member of the team.

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace : Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing. Nucor is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer M / F / Disabled / Vets and a drug free workplace.