Outside Sales Representative - Metals Distribution

Job Summary

Outside Sales Representative – Metals Distribution

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Houston, TX

Pay: $55,000-$60,000 Annually. Actual compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, and other business factors permitted by law.

Sales Incentive: Eligible to participate in Sales Incentive program designed to reward performance in alignment with company goals. 

About Trident

Trident Company is a leading metals distributor with over 60 years of industry experience. We provide a broad range of high-performance, corrosion-resistant materials- including aluminum, stainless steel, nickel, and specialty alloys-across various forms and applications. As a multifaceted metals service center, we service customers throughout Texas and Oklahoma with a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and service.  

About the Role

We’re looking for a driven Outside Sales Representative to grow our industrial steel sales in the Houston, TX market. This role focuses on developing new business, maintaining strong relationships with existing customers, and consistently meeting or exceeding sales goals.

You’ll visit customers in person, analyze market trends, and work closely with internal teams to ensure we deliver top-quality products and services.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with affordable employee contribution rates.
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
• Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling, legal, and financial support.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Wellness incentives and access to LiveHealth Online.
• Employee discount program with over 30,000 deals.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Reaching, Repetitive Motion
Function in the Job

Sedentary Work- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Job Function

Essential Functions 

• Maintain and grow existing customer accounts.
• Prospect and develop new business opportunities.
• Present and promote new products and services.
• Prepare, deliver and negotiate sales quotes, proposals, and contracts.
• Collaborate regularly with Inside Sales and other departments to support customer needs.
• Track sales activity in CRM and submit reports as required.
• Attend sales and product training to stay current in the industry.
• Resolve customer issues quickly and professionally.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sedentary with some walking, climbing, and standing required during site and customer visits.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally

Required Skills

Qualifications 

• 2–5 years of outside sales experience, ideally in steel, metals, or industrial markets.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent industry experience).
• Consistent record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Why Join Us

At Trident, we believe in making a material difference – for our customers and our team. We offer a stable, growth-oriented environment where experience is valued, and performance is recognized. If you’re ready to be part of a company that combines tradition with innovation, we’d like to hear from you.

EEO Statement

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