Outside Sales - Steel Fabrication Sales Specialist - Biomass / Paper

SAS Global Corporation
Remote • Travel Required

$65K–$75K Base Salary, Plus Uncapped Commissions/year | Full-Time | Excellent Benefits

Territories We’re Hiring For:
We are actively seeking an Outside Sales Professional to cover sales territories in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts.

About the Role

SAS Global Corporation is seeking an experienced Outside Sales Professional to expand our presence in the biomass power generation and pulp & paper/sawmill industries. This remote-based role requires regional travel and is focused on promoting our premium wear-resistant steel products, fabricated components, and engineered wear solutions to industrial customers facing severe abrasion and material handling challenges.

We are specifically seeking a candidate with a proven track record and established industry relationships within biomass power generation and/or pulp & paper/sawmill operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of plant processes, maintenance practices, outage planning, material handling systems, and wear-related challenges common to these industries, allowing them to quickly identify opportunities and deliver value from day one.

As a Product Sales Specialist, you will manage an assigned territory, develop new business opportunities, strengthen existing customer relationships, and drive sales of high-performance products including chrome carbide overlay plate, abrasion-resistant plate, chutes, hoppers, transfer systems, crushers, and custom-engineered wear solutions.

Success in this role requires a self-motivated sales professional who can hit the ground running, leverage existing industry contacts, and effectively engage maintenance managers, reliability engineers, plant managers, operations personnel, and purchasing teams within biomass power generation and pulp & paper/sawmill facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive sales growth within an assigned multi-state region
• Identify and develop new customer relationships
• Conduct sales presentations and negotiate deals
• Collaborate with plant personnel to address wear issues with customized solutions
• Participate in field measurements and installation projects
• Stay informed on competitor products and pricing
• Attend industry trade shows and marketing events
• Maintain detailed records using CRM tools

What We’re Looking For:

• 3-5 years of sales experience in steel wear-plate and/or heavy steel fabrication (Required)
• Proven ability to manage multi-state sales territory
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 50% - 70% of the time

Work Environment:

• Frequent travel across assigned states (overnight trips required)
• Ability to work in industrial environments with PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots)
• Comfortable lifting up to 50lbs and climbing stairs when visiting customer sites
• Comfortable with heights and confined spaces

Benefits Include:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Auto allowance, gas card, cell phone, laptop
• Paid time off & paid training
• Tuition assistance & travel reimbursement
• Flexible schedule & remote work

SAS Global Corporation is a Michigan-based manufacturer and engineering company with more than 70 years of experience providing wear-resistant materials, custom fabrication, engineered components, and equipment solutions for demanding industrial applications. With manufacturing facilities in Michigan and Texas and sales and technical support serving customers worldwide, SAS Global works across industries including power generation, pulp and paper, mining, steel, cement, aggregate, and other heavy industrial markets.