Outside Sales Representative Job at Eastern Metal Supply, Inc. in Chicago

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for building relationships and driving growth? We're looking for an Outside Sales Representative - Chicago to help expand our market presence and strengthen partnerships in the metals industry. If you thrive on new business development, love being on the road, and have a proven track record of sales success-this could be the perfect fit for you!

What You'll Do

• Develop new accounts through proactive prospecting and relationship-building
• Grow share at existing accounts and drive repeat business
• Introduce and promote new products to customers
• Clearly communicate our company's unique strengths and solutions
• Identify opportunities for margin improvement and expanded inventory offerings
• Prepare and present customized pricing and proposals
• Track customer volume, usage, and competitive activity in our system
• Manage your time and territory effectively while traveling to meet clients

What We're Looking For

• Proven sales experience-outside sales background is required
• Industry knowledge in metals is highly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute effectively
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Solid math skills and attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Clean driving record (no DWI, reckless driving, or similar violations within the last 5 years)
• Willingness to sign a non-compete agreement

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and growing company where your impact is visible
• Enjoy the autonomy of managing your own territory and accounts
• Opportunity to introduce new products and contribute directly to growth strategy
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

What's in it for you

• Affordable and high-quality Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Tax advantaged Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Individual STD, Accident and Critical Illness policies
• 401k Plan with company match participants must be at least 18 years of age
• Competitive Wages, 7 Paid Holidays and 13 PTO Personal Time Off days
• Monthly commission
• Car allowance
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program and Work/Life Balance Services
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program
• Paid volunteer time off
• Career advancement opportunities – we promote from within

EMS is committed to providing a clean work environment with masks, hand sanitizer, and gloves.

WE ARE A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE AND AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER