Sales Representative; Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ferroalloy & Industrial

Sales Representative (Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ferroalloy & Industrial)

Location: Cincinnati, OH, United States

Other Available Locations: Alabama;
Illinois;
Missouri;
Nebraska;
Ohio;
Pennsylvania;
South Carolina;
Texas;
Utah

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America’s largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent’s largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success.

Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

In addition to top-tier benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay‑for‑performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more, Nucor supports its teammates with exceptional benefits and a culture that rewards performance.

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, with relationships with scrap metal businesses around the world. Founded in 1885, we pride ourselves on our dedication to safety, integrity, and respect, and are recognized as a trustworthy, financially strong, and environmentally proactive community citizen.

We’re also proud to share that Nucor has been named the #2 Best Company to Sell for Out of College for 2026 by thegathe Univ. Sales Center Alliance (USCA), a national organization dedicated to advancing excellence in sales education and early‑career development.

The primary purpose/role of a Trader/Sales Representative is to directly support and drive the raw material advantage for Nucor. You will build relationships with scrap/allurch suppliers, purchase various grades of scrap/alloy, and broker that scrap/alloy to steel mills and melt shops at’ailleurs. You will work closely with our logistics team, Nucor mill teammates, and will also support our open market and 3rd‑party accounts.

Curiosity of the markets, building relationships, and developing business are key to success within this role. (This posting recruits for all our brokerages: Ferrous, Nonferrous, Ferroalloy, and Industrial Group).

• Develop new business
• Grow existing relationships with customers (both suppliers and consumers) to strengthen relationships and create business opportunities
• Sell/Trade commodities (ferrous/nonferrous metals and ferroalloys)
• Interact with customers regarding supply chain management Comitx, special payment terms, and contract changes to create business opportunities that 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.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent music 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

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

• Bonus Program
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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 a mentor program

Our Commitment to a Drug Free Workplace:
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug screening, which fournisse both urine and hair follicle testing.

Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace.