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.