Account Manager - Outside Sales - Chicago Tube and Iron

Chicago Tube and Iron Company is a leader in the metals distribution and fabrication industry. We are an established company with an impressive record of profitability and growth. At Chicago Tube and Iron, we like to think of ourselves as a company that is big enough to offer financial strength and stability, but yet small enough to quickly change direction when our customers’ needs require it. Our sales force and operations personnel share their expertise to come up with the best possible solutions for our customers. Want to know more? Visit us at www.chicagotube.com.


We are seeking an Account Manager specializing in tubular products to cover (Central / Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania) sales territory.


JOB DUTIES:


The successful candidate will be responsible for a sales territory located in the (Central / Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania) area. This individual will be responsible for increasing sales, enhancing profit margins, and improving the company's market share in the territory.


Job duties include:



+ Increase revenue in targeted accounts through the sale of tubular, bar, pipe, valve, and fitting products, as well as value-added services such as production cutting, laser fabrication, bending, welding, and kitting


+ Ability to quote or price the customer directly


+ Service and manage existing customers; develop relationships with key customers


+ Plan and organize a daily work schedule to call on both existing customers and new sales prospects


+ Manage consignment, customer inventory programs, and contracts, etc.


+ Provide territory market intelligence and serve as a key resource to both inside sales staff and management


+ Prepare and submit regular reports, such as territory review reports, call reports, expense reports, etc.


+ Maintain professional and technical knowledge through the use of industry publications, personal networks, and participation in steel industry associations and events



JOB REQUIREMENTS:


This position requires a self-motivated, organized individual with proven distribution sales skills. Two years of successful experience in the steel industry is required. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is also required.


BENEFITS:


We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as supplemental life and disability benefits. We also offer a 401(k) Plan.


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