Inside Sales Rep

Job Description

Inside Sales Representative – Metals Industry

• Location:
  
  Addison, IL
• Salary: $70K–$80K base + commission (potential to earn an additional $5K–$15K annually)
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time, onsite with strong work-life balance

• Join a small, family-oriented metals company with a supportive and collaborative culture
• Zero internal competition—accounts are shared and customers are respected
• Strong work-life balance — no after-hours sales calls, no pressure outside of regular work hours
• Majority of work is account management with warm leads and inbound inquiries
• Commission is earned on all new business, with long-term revenue streams
• Be part of a stable, established team that values reliability over hard selling

• Manage and grow relationships with existing customers in the metals industry
• Handle inbound inquiries and quote requests via email and phone using Outlook
• Coordinate internally with estimators and production to support customer needs
• Provide excellent service post-sale—order processing, updates, technical questions, etc.
• Follow up on digital marketing leads and campaigns (no aggressive cold-calling)
• Occasionally visit local customers as needed (light travel within Chicagoland)
• Collaborate on light marketing efforts like email follow-ups and materials distribution
• Support the sales team at occasional trade shows or networking events What You Bring
  • BS/BA/AAS or equivalent experience — prefer 3+ years in metals, heat treating, service centers, or mills
  • 1+ years of sales experience (willing to train in manufacturing, metals, or related industries)
  • Comfortable discussing technical aspects of metal components or fabrication
  • Strong follow-up and communication skills
  • Organized multitasker who can manage multiple customer accounts with ease
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Excel
  • Local to the Chicagoland area and able to travel locally as needed
  Perks & Benefits
  • Base salary of $70K–$80K + commission on new business
  • Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with Roth and Traditional options
  • 12 paid holidays, PTO, and paid sick/personal time
  • Company-provided laptop and training
  • Reimbursement for local travel and expenses
  • Close-knit team with long tenure and no micromanagement
  Who This Role Is For
  • You have a strong metals background and want a stable, rewarding sales role
  • You thrive in a low-pressure, service-focused environment
  • You’re collaborative, dependable, and prefer building relationships over aggressive selling
  • You want a long-term home where you can balance professional success with personal time

  If you’re ready to bring your metals knowledge to a company that truly values its people, apply now. Let’s talk.

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