International Trader - Steel Sales & Marketing
International Trader - Steel Sales & Marketing
Language Capability: German, Italian, English
EU citizens with no Visa sponsorship requirement.
Role Description
You will manage day-to-day sales and trading activities involving steel products between Asian mills and European clients in a full-time, remote capacity.
A typical week looks like Plan, Execute, Customer Visits, Phone Calls, Review of KPI's.
This is a sales opportunity where you will take complete ownership right from Lead Generation to Closure utilizing your experience in Steel Industry along with your connections.
Responsibilities include
Developing new customer relationships in Europe - Call, Email, LinkedIn, Trade Fairs, Innovative Channels
Negotiating contracts and pricing, and coordinating orders from quotation through delivery.
Monitoring market trends and steel pricing, assessing risks, and ensuring transactions align with CBAM and EU regulatory requirements in collaboration with compliance and logistics partners.
Prepare and review commercial documentation, support DDP delivery processes, and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
This role will primarily focus on proactive lead generation, participation in sales and business development initiatives, and clear reporting on pipeline, margins, and market opportunities.
Where we support you
Infrastructure for Sales and Marketing.
Infrastructure to navigate through European Regulations.
Tier-1 audited supplier connections to help you close your sales deals.
Logistics partner who will support execution of your sales deals.
Qualifications
Fluent/Native in German, Italian and English
Passionate about steel industry with an Entrepreneurial Spirit
3+ years of Experience in Sales in European Union Region
Skills in International trade, contract negotiation, and supplier/customer relationship management
Experience with logistics and supply chain coordination, including Incoterms, customs procedures
Some knowledge on EU trade regulations, CBAM requirements, and basic understanding of emissions and compliance documentation.
Proficiency in market research and commercial analysis, with the ability to interpret steel market trends and pricing.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail in handling contracts, reports, and trade documentation.
Comfort working independently in a remote setting, using digital tools for collaboration and data management.
Prior experience in metals/steel trading or industrial B2B sales is highly beneficial.
Compensation
Fixed + Uncapped Sales Commissions. This is practically your business.
Your KPI's: New Leads, Opportunity, Deal Closure, Deal Size in Value
Send in your CV with a cover letter to info@kinzokutrade.com with the subject as International Trader - Steel Your First Name & Last Name.
In your cover letter, state your motivation and answers to the below questions in Yes/No.
Are you legally authorized to work in European Union without Visa Support? Yes/No
How many years of Wholesale Import and Export experience do you currently have? A: Years of experience
What is your level of proficiency in English? A: Native / Professional / Conversational / None
What is your level of proficiency in German? A: Native / Professional / Conversational / None
What is your level of proficiency in Italian? A: Native / Professional / Conversational / None
How many years of work experience do you have with Steel? A: Years of experience
Do you have a valid driver's license issued in European Union? Yes / No
Do you own a car and are you willing to use it for travelling to customers with Fuel Reimbursement? Yes / No
Internship (8 to 12 weeks recommended)
Internship (8 to 12 weeks recommended) - B2B Sales & Marketing Planning
Language: English
Apply if No Visa sponsorship is required in European Union.
What you will do - Market research and commercial analysis for a product in Steel Category
Prepare a Business Plan Case. Typically a 3 month research leads to
Identifying the Product
Understanding the Value Chain of the Product
Understanding the Product Opportunity in a Specific Region/Country
Identifying Usage of the Product, Industry where they are used
Identifying Manufacturers, Suppliers (Stockiest) - Product, Quality, Selling Pricing, Supply Chain, Compliances, Lead Times
Identifying Customers, Procurement Managers, Procurement Cycles, Buying Pricing
Our key success factor has been Toyota's principles - 5 Why's
At the end of your internship, we hope to learn from you.
The internship will close with a detailed presentation submitted from you.
An internship can also lead to a job.
Who can apply:
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Commerce, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
Interested in Steel Industry, International trade.
Speak Fluent English along with a European Language, especially German/Italian/Polish
Submit your CV with a cover letter to info@kinzokutrade.com with the subject as Internship - B2B First Name Last Name.
In your cover letter, state your motivation and answers to the below questions in Yes/No.
Have you recently graduated or going to graduated from a University?
Does your current visa or your Nationality support the duration of this Internship without any sponsorship?
Are you based in the European Union?
Contact
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Long Products (Alloy Bars, Carbon Bars, Bright Bars)
Flat Products (Hot Rolled Coils, Cold Rolled Coils, Plates)
Pipes, Tubes & Hollow Sections (Seamless, Welded, Structural HSS)
Structural Sections & Profiles (Beams, Channels, Angles)
Wire & Downstream Products (Wire Rods, Drawn Wires)
Finished Fasteners & Hardware (Nails, High-Tensile Bolts)
Semi-Finished Steel (Billets, Blooms, Slabs)
Steel Import Quota Clearance Europe
Navigating CBAM Carbon Reporting in Europe
Verifying 'Melt & Pour' Continuous Casting Origin
Steel wholesale Europe
Asian Steel Import to Europe
EN 10204 3.1: Full Material Test Certificates Provided
CBAM Compliant:Fully pre-vetted embedded emission data
Flexible Logistics: Quoted CPT / DAP / DDP directly to your factory gate
Volume Edge: Competitive Asian mill-direct wholesale pricing
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