Sales Associate Steel

Position: Sales Associate – Steel & New Business

About the Company:

We are the U.S. branch office of Korean Coglomerate company, one of Korea’s major business groups.

Our company is mainly engaged in international trading and distribution, with a strong focus on steel products, as well as other business areas such as petrochemical, energy-related products, biofuel, and new business development.

Work Type: W2, Full-Time
Location: Houston, TX
Work Arrangement: Onsite only / No remote work
Expected Start: Around July 2026
Salary Range: Starting from $70,000+, depending on experience and qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in steel sales is preferred, but not strictly limited to this range
• Experience in trading, import/export, steel distribution, service center business, energy-related business, or industrial sales is a plus
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently in a new branch office environment
• Highly motivated, responsible, detail-oriented, and willing to develop new markets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Language Requirement:

• Fluent English is required
• Korean language ability is strongly preferred
• The candidate does not need to be Korean, but strong English communication skills are the top priority

Candidate Profile:
We are looking for someone who can develop new accounts in the steel industry while also supporting our expansion into broader industrial business opportunities in the Houston market, including energy, oil & gas, EPC projects, and infrastructure-related sectors.

Since this is a new branch office, we would prefer a candidate who is proactive, flexible, and capable of building business from the ground up.

Benefits

100% company-covered health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 6% after one year of full-time employment

13 paid company holidays per year, based on the company holiday calendar

10 days of paid vacation per year

7 days of paid PTO/sick leave per year, in accordance with applicable law and company policy

Monthly lunch/leisure stipend of $500

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and company policy.