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About the Role
The Carbon Steel Raw Materials Department has 3 major businesses: (i) Carbon products trading, (ii) EV Battery Metals trading, (iii) New business development related to the Carbon Steel Raw Materials industry. The Account Representative will be responsible for Carbon products trading and will report to the Department GM/Account Manager.
Salary to 95K, plus 5% bonus, Hybrid role 2 days onsite, 3 days remote
Responsibilities
- Expand import business of cathode blocks to Aluminum smelters in North America.
- Expand import business of graphite electrode to Steel mills in North America.
- Provide commercial services to customers / suppliers and establish deep relationship with customers / suppliers.
- Contribute to business development of any carbon products to Aluminum and Steel industries in North America.
- Other duties assigned as needed and requested by managers.
- Resolve customer complaints, and other issues that may interfere with efficient approach.
- Assist in preparing budget and monitor its progress.
- Acts as company representative at conference etc.
- Assist in conducting market research, sales forecasting, and strategic planning to assess and ensure the sales and profitability of each item and/or business.
- Assist in conducting pricing research and analysis to ensure competitive product and service pricing.
- Maintain knowledge of trends and development in the market; identifies needs for new products and technologies and makes recommendations to suppliers.
- Collaborates with other internal business groups to develop new businesses.
- Understand internal rules and procedures for daily operation including credit application.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent sales and customer service skills with proven negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication ability with internal colleagues.
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to create, implement and monitor budgets.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office related software.
- Knowledge of Aluminum smelting operation.
- Knowledge of Steel EAF operation.
Physical Requirements
- Hybrid work style (minimum 2 days/week on site).
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
***Please note that there is no visa sponsorship/support provided for this position***