Sales Leadership Program

Job Details

Location:

Orlando, FL, United States

Other Available Locations: N/A

Welcome to Nucor, where our unique culture sets us apart. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability. We are known for our innovative sustainability practices and are the continent's largest recycler. Our vibrant culture, built on personal connections and teamwork, empowers every team member with the freedom to innovate and contribute to our collective success.

Experience a workplace where safety, efficiency, and meaningful personal connections define every day, enriching both our teammates and the communities we serve.

Nucor supports its teammates with top-tier benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance, 401K and Roth accounts, Profit sharing, Pay-for-performance bonuses, Paid parental leave, Tuition reimbursement, Stock program, Scholarships and more.

• Safety is non-negotiable – Candidates must actively lead and uphold Nucor’s “Safety First” culture, including OSHA practices and daily operational safety standards.
• Structured training → Buyer role – This is a 6–12 month hands‑on development program designed to teach the full scrap buying process, with the goal of stepping into a Buyer (sales) position upon completion.
• Relationship-driven sales role – Heavy focus on building and managing customer/vendor relationships, resolving issues, and ensuring consistent product flow in a fast‑paced market.
• Market-facing & field-based work – Teammates spend time in scrap yards, visiting customers, and learning market trends, often working outdoors and in industrial environments with frequent travel.
• Relocation required – Mobility is critical; candidates must be willing to relocate to different markets after training based on business needs (company‑paid relocation).

The Sales Leadership Program is an entry‑level development role that trains individuals to become scrap buyers by providing hands‑on experience in sales, market analysis, and customer relationship management within the recycling industry. Participants learn Nucor’s business through field exposure, mentorship, and direct interaction with customers and operations teams. This role is important because it builds the pipeline of future commercial leaders who drive revenue, maintain supply flow, and support Nucor’s commitment to safety, customer service, and operational excellence.

• 6‑12 months hands‑on, in‑depth training in one Geographic Region.
• Learn and be expected to model our “Safety First” Culture including OSHA and Safety programs.
• Responsible for developing and supporting relationships with accounts to effect best possible service to customers.
• Gain a confident understanding of the scrap recycling market through customer visits, time spent in scrap yards, and mentor shadowing.
• Become an expert in your region’s marketplace and communicate your market forecast to your team.
• Interact with various levels of corporate personnel, customers, vendors/suppliers, and teammates to resolve problems, and ensure steady delivery of products purchased or sold.
• Master conflict resolution and relationship management skills.
• Remain current with the scrap metal recycling industry by reading publications and participating in trade associations.
• Expect frequent travel.
• Relocating after the program is required.
• Expect to work outside in extreme weather conditions in an industrial environment.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in a Business discipline, Sales, Economics, Finance, or related field.
• Exceptional communication skills to support customers and internal operations.
• Ability to build relationships, collaborate and work efficiently with team members.
• Exceptional organizational skills, customer service, and be highly adaptable.
• Be able to make quick decisions with confidence in an ever‑changing environment.

Preferred:

• Have a continuous improvement mindset and be able to creatively problem solve.
• Have ability to interface effectively with customers and teammates.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Previous sales…