Sales Manager

Sales Manager – Steel/Metal Industry

RL Enterprise Recruiting & Staffing is hiring for our client, a growing leader within the steel and metal industry, seeking an experienced Sales Manager to drive business development and territory growth across the Southeast region.

This is a high-impact role focused on developing new business, managing existing customer relationships, and expanding market presence within the metal and steel sectors.

Territory: Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and portions of Florida

Candidate should be local (or willing to relocate), and able to work in the Savannah, GA office every day.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $150K+
• Plus Commission Opportunity
• Full benefits package available

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to grow territory revenue
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the steel and metal markets
• Manage and strengthen relationships with existing customers
• Conduct regular client visits, presentations, and business reviews
• Collaborate with internal operations and production teams to ensure customer satisfaction
• Track market trends, competitive activity, and customer needs
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline activity
• Proven outside sales and business development experience within the steel, metal, or related manufacturing industries
• Strong knowledge of pre-engineering, cold forming, and cold pressed steel products
• Experience managing multi-state territories and large customer accounts
• Ability to build long-term client relationships and drive new revenue growth
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required based on industry experience

Preferred Background

• Experience selling into construction, manufacturing, or industrial markets
• Knowledge of structural steel or building product applications
• Existing industry relationships within the Southeast region highly preferred

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional looking to join a well-established organization with strong earning potential and long-term growth opportunities.