Sales Representative (Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ferroalloy & Industrial)

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. We have relationships with scrap metal businesses around the world. 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
Medical, vision and dental are just the beginning. We value our teammates and offer benefits packages that also include:

• 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 
• Access to 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 3rd party accounts. A curiosity of the markets, creating/driving relationships, and developing business is key to success within this role. (This posting recruits for all our brokerages: Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ferroalloy and Industrial Group).

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 reoccurring 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
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interface effectively with company personnel and customers/suppliers at all levels
• Ability to work autonomously and as a member of the team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a business discipline
• Prior sales and/or customer service experience a plus
• Excellent communications skills 
• Negotiating skills