Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company · 1 day ago
Account Executive (Non Ferrous)
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, is a leading provider of railroad products and services. They are seeking an Account Executive responsible for procuring non-ferrous metals, specifically aluminum and copper wire, while managing supplier accounts and aligning procurement with operational goals.
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Responsibilities
Manage existing supplier accounts
Develop new supplier accounts
Align procurement activities with operational capacity and gross margin targets
Review market pricing trends via LME/Comex
Negotiate pricing and delivery schedules
Manage quality standards for each supplier
Resolve quality discrepancies in a timely & professional manner
Manage order fulfillment to establish consistent and dependable supply
Communicate daily with suppliers, customers, facility personnel, and the regional team to ensure effective coordination
Understand and communicate global supply/demand and pricing for wire
Commercial responsibility for all other non-ferrous sales
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business
3+ years of experience in non-ferrous industry
Strong knowledge of aluminum and copper wire
Shows initiative and meets goals consistently
Must have a professional attitude and be dependable
Focused on customer needs
Good oral and written communication skills
Position requires frequent regional travel to suppliers and industrial sites
Benefits
Competitive Salary
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Plan
Education Assistance Program
Employee Recognition Programs
Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
Company
Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company
Our team creates lifelong customer relationships, supplying comprehensive rolling stock and infrastructure solutions for the global rail industry and setting the standard for excellence.
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Funding
Current Stage
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