sales manager in steel manufacturing

SSAB develops high-strength steel and produces quenched and tempered steels and advanced high-strength steels. The company has developed the world’s first fossil-free steel production and is committed to advancing the green transformation of the steel industry.

• Prepare sales quotations, contracts and presentations for SSAB products independently;
• Negotiate offers, including prices, delivery times and other terms within limits of authority;
• Contribute to the sales area strategy and independently implement agreed actions with colleagues to reach short- and medium-term goals;
• Secure yearly sales and marketing targets with existing and potential customers;
• Identify business and upgrading opportunities and involve relevant internal resources to convert them into business;
• Work safely, share relevant risk observations and help colleagues act safely;
• Build and maintain close, long-term relationships with key customers through regular on-site visits and proactive dialogue;
• Develop a strong understanding of customers’ operations, challenges and needs within mining, metallurgy, steel and related industrial segments.

• University degree in a technical and/or commercial field;
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience within mining, metallurgy, steel or other heavy industrial segments, preferably in an international environment;
• Strong commercial background with experience in premium product sales, value-based selling and customer relationship management;
• Fluent in English, Russian and Uzbek;
• Excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills;
• Target- and solution-oriented approach;
• Ability to work independently with a high level of integrity and ethical standards;
• Confident PC user with good knowledge of MS Office and ERP/stock management systems;
• Willingness to travel extensively for customer visits;
• Valid driving license;
• Based in Uzbekistan with strong knowledge of the local business environment and ability to build close customer relationships on site;
• Practical technical understanding and ability to understand customers’ operations, needs and challenges.

• Profit sharing;
• Life balance through reduction of working hours;
• Wellness grants;
• Regular travel within the region is required.