Steel Trading Assistant Sales manager

Company Description Aquarius Worldwide FZE partners with both jobseekers and businesses to deliver tailored hiring and career solutions. The company carefully sources candidates and supports them in refining their professional profiles to align with market needs. By collaborating closely with business clients, Aquarius Worldwide FZE gains a clear understanding of each organization’s requirements and culture. This approach enables placements based on strong mutual fit, aiming to create long-term value for both employers and talent.

Our client is based in Sharjah, trader of stainless steel (SS304 & SS316) sheets, coils, plates, pipes, tubes, bars, etc.

Role Description The Steel Trading Assistant Sales Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Sharjah. This position supports the sales and trading activities for steel products, including managing inquiries, preparing quotations, and coordinating order processing. The role involves maintaining relationships with existing clients, identifying new business opportunities, and assisting in negotiations to close deals. The Steel Trading Assistant Sales Manager will monitor market trends, track pricing and competitor activity, and provide analytical support for sales strategies. Daily responsibilities also include collaborating with internal teams such as logistics and finance to ensure smooth delivery and accurate documentation.

Responsible for developing and managing sales of stainless-steel sheets, plates, coils,

pipes, tubes, bars, and other stainless-steel raw materials to manufacturers, fabricators,

engineering companies, and industrial customers that utilize Grades 304 and 316

stainless steel in their products and manufacturing processes.

This position requires more than general steel sales experience. The ideal candidate

should have a practical understanding of stainless-steel grades, specifications,

thicknesses, dimensions, finishes, corrosion resistance, fabrication suitability, and

applications, particularly for Grades 304 and 316.

The candidate should be capable of understanding customers' technical material requirements and recommending the appropriate stainless-steel products accordingly.

Preference will instead be given to candidates with proven experience in B2B sales of

stainless-steel raw materials to manufacturers, fabricators, industrial companies, and

other businesses that regularly consume stainless steel as part of their production

activities.

This role requires a commercially driven sales professional who can identify potential

manufacturing customers, develop new accounts, maintain strong relationships with

existing clients, prepare competitive quotations, negotiate commercial terms, monitor

stainless-steel market pricing, and consistently achieve assigned sales and profitability

targets.

Salary: Attractive salary + car + visa + medical insurance + annual tickets + leave + sales incentives

Roles & Responsibilities

• Drive sales of 304 & 316 stainless steel products (sheets, coils, pipes, tubes, fittings) with a focus on applications demanding food-grade and corrosion resistant specifications.

• Build and grow relationships with manufacturers, stainless-steel fabricators, engineering companies, industrial companies, contractors, and other businesses across the UAE that purchase and utilize stainless-steel raw materials in their manufacturing, fabrication, or project activities

• Advise clients on correct grade selection (304 vs. 316) based on application food contact, marine/coastal exposure, chemical resistance, hygiene compliance and translate that into the right product recommendation.

• Identify, develop, and convert new B2B sales opportunities with manufacturers,

fabricators, engineering firms, contractors, and other industrial customers that

regularly purchase stainless-steel raw materials.

• Prepare technical-commercial quotations, negotiate pricing, and close deals

while protecting margin

Coordinate with procurement, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure timely

availability and delivery of stainless-steel materials according to customer

requirements and agreed delivery schedules.

• Monitor competitor pricing, market trends, material availability, and demand for

SS 304 and SS 316 to support competitive pricing and sales strategies.

• Prepare sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and market analysis for the Sales

Manager.

• Represent company at client meetings, customer visits, product

presentations, and relevant industry trade exhibitions to promote stainless-steel products, develop business relationships, and generate new sales opportunities.

• Mentor junior sales staff on technical product knowledge and account

management.

• Maintain accurate account and pipeline data in the company CRM/ERP system.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and Communication abilities to build relationships, manage client interactions, and work effectively with internal teams.
• Must possess minimum 5years sales experience in UAE of steel products in a trading environment.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills and Finance knowledge to interpret market data, support pricing decisions, and assist with budget and margin analysis.
• Candidates should possess Trading experience in steel or related commodities, with understanding of international trade practices, terms, and documentation.
• Relevant experience in sales or business development within the steel or construction materials industry is highly beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic CRM tools, along with strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work on-site in Sharjah and adapt to a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Proven B2B sales experience in stainless-steel raw materials, preferably selling SS 304 and SS 316

sheets, coils, plates, pipes, tubes, bars, or related products to manufacturers, fabricators,

engineering companies, and industrial customers.

• Existing and active UAE client network among manufacturers, fabricators, engineering companies,

and industrial customers that regularly purchase and consume SS 304 and SS 316 raw materials is

strongly preferred..

• Track record of achieving sales targets with quantifiable results (AED value, % growth, accounts

won).

• Strong negotiation, technical presentation, and relationship-management skills.

• • Proficiency in MS Office and CRM/ERP systems
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.

• Direct experience in B2B sales of stainless-steel raw materials, particularly SS 304 and SS 316

sheets, coils, plates, pipes, tubes, bars, and related products.

• Strong understanding of stainless-steel grades, specifications, finishes, thicknesses, dimensions,

pricing, and fabrication applications.).

• Existing UAE client network among manufacturers, stainless-steel fabricators, engineering

companies, contractors, traders, and industrial customers that regularly purchase stainless-steel

raw materials.

• Ability to understand customer material requirements and confidently discuss the differences

between SS 304 and SS 316, including cost, corrosion resistance, fabrication suitability, and

application requirements.

• Good knowledge of the UAE stainless-steel market, including competitor pricing, material

availability, sourcing, and market demand.

• Proven ability to generate new business, negotiate commercial terms, manage key accounts, and

achieve sales and profitability targets

Regular travel by airplane and automobile in conducting business is required. Ability to communicate orally

with customers, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is crucial.

Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential.

Sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal

conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents