Steel Trading Sales Representative, Johannesburg

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Steel Trading Sales Representative to join a leading international trading environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving steel product sales, managing customer and supplier relationships, and supporting commercial trading operations in a fast‑paced, performance-driven environment. This role reports directly to the Sales Director and requires a commercially strong and technically capable individual with experience in industrial steel or metals trading.

Key Responsibilities

Drive steel trading and sales activities to achieve revenue and growth targets

Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers (local and international)

Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms

Support procurement and sourcing activities where required

Prepare quotations, costing, and commercial proposals

Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and supply opportunities

Provide accurate sales reporting, forecasting, and commercial feedback

Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth order execution and delivery

Maintain high levels of customer service and relationship management

Contribute to process improvements within sales and trading operations

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years’ experience in steel trading, steel sales, or industrial metals environment

Strong understanding of steel products and industrial applications

Experience in sales, procurement, estimating, or project/commercial roles

Strong negotiation and relationship‑building skills

Excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal)

Ability to engage confidently with international clients and suppliers

Strong commercial awareness and problem‑solving ability

Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport

Ideal Experience

Candidates with exposure to any of the following will be advantageous:

Steel trading or distribution

Technical sales or industrial sales environments

Procurement or buying within manufacturing or engineering sectors

Project‑based commercial roles involving costing, quotations, or client management

Application Instructions Interested candidates are invited to submit an updated CV for consideration.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further engagement, where full role details and operational expectations will be shared.

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