Outside Sales Representative - Steel ( Remote )

Amtec is seeking a well experienced Outside Sales Representative to join our valued client, who is a progressive, forward thinking organization. This position is a remote role; however monthly client "in person" meetings are required. This position will cover Northern California. This position offers a base salary and commission.

1. Compile lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads based upon information gathered from a variety of sources (business directories, industry trade journals, Internet research, etc.).
2. Travel throughout the assigned territory, making in-person calls on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders.
3. Quote prices, negotiate credit terms, and prepare sales contracts for orders obtained.
4. Enter and expedite quoted orders and contracts
5. Estimate the date of delivery to the customer based on knowledge of inventory, production, and delivery schedules.
6. Prepare weekly reports of sales activities, business transactions, and expense accounts.
7. Work with inside Sales Representatives to keep account activities and literature up-to-date.
8. Track stock to ensure ready awareness of stock on hand to facilitate the sales process.
9. Maintain complete lead, prospect, and customer activity documentation in the company CRM.
10. Develop and maintain relationships with purchasing contacts.
11. Work with coworkers, purchasing, and other departments to get orders expedited on time.
12. Investigate and resolve customer problems.
13. Attends trade shows as sources for new leads.

Skills Required:
• A minimum of 2+ years in Outside Sales experience selling flat roll steel.
• Experience and proficient closing skills
• Must have direct experience/strong knowledge of the steel Industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Communication, organization, problem solving & team skills.
• Computer skills & experience with Outlook, Excel & Word.
• Positive, customer service attitude. • Detail-oriented.
• Multi-tasker with flexibility to easily respond to changing business demands.
• Demonstrate ability to quickly forge effective & productive working relationships with all levels of support staff.