Steel Sales/Trading H/F
Meudon, France- CDI
About Blue Perspective
Blue Perspective is a recruitment agency.
We are currently recruiting for our customer Vallourec.
World leader on its markets, Vallourec provides premium tubular solutions for the energy sector and other highly demanding applications: from oil and gas wells in extreme conditions to state-of-the-art power plants, including bold architectural projects and high-performance mechanical equipment.
In figures, Vallourec is a French industrial group listed on the SBF120 with 16,000 employees and a turnover of 5 billion euros. With a presence in 20 countries, the group operates on all continents.
Vallourec also encompasses 40 production units, 380 researchers and technicians, 4 research and testing centers, and over 45 million euros invested in R&D.
Finally, drawing on its experience in the Oil & Gas sector, Vallourec is preparing for the future by currently developing a comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions that meet the needs of energy transition: carbon capture, hydrogen storage, geothermal energy.
This context makes the environment particularly dynamic and international.
Job description
As such, your responsibilities will include the following:
Market Intelligence: Analysis of market trends, demand drivers, and client dynamics (30% of the job).
Selling: Client relationship management, visits, negotiation, and contract finalization (40% of the job).
Post-Sale Management: Contract management, handover of contracts to the supply chain, supervision of deliveries according to contract terms, and payment collection (30% of the job).
Yearly trade turnover of approx. 400 million euros
Profile
Minimum 2-3 years of experience in commodity trading or 2-3 years of experience in commercialization of steel/metals
Availability to travel frequently (at least 3 European trips per month).
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Analytical skills (ability to understand cost analysis, product mix, markets, and customers).
Nice to have:
Proficiency in German.
Knowledge of the metal business domain.