The success of Murray Steels depends on the great people who work for us. That is why we are committed to providing jobs and careers that are enjoyable and challenging, in a dynamic environment built on fairness and respect.
All employees receive comprehensive training, on-going coaching and continuous professional development throughout their careers, ensuring we maintain our position as steel industry leaders.
Our fresh approach to recruitment differentiates us from others in the marketplace where steel industry experience is a prerequisite. For us the product knowledge can be taught and acquired via our comprehensive, in-house training programmes - individual flair, problem solving capabilities and self-starter mentality are not so easy to come by.
If you are ambitious, dynamic and would like to be considered for a role with Murray Steels please forward your curriculum vitae to recruitment@murraysteels.com .
We are one of the UK’s leading steel stockholders, renowned for our advanced plate processing capabilities and extensive inventory - including over 10,000 tonnes of RMP plate and a comprehensive range of steel sections. We supply both stock and fully processed steel across the UK and Ireland, serving a wide range of industries.
We are now seeking a dynamic and results-driven Commercial Manager to lead growth in our key strategic markets:
* Ministry of Defence (MOD)
* Offshore & Renewable Energy
* Marine
* Building & Infrastructure
The Opportunity:
This is a pivotal role within our senior leadership team. You will work closely with the Commercial Directors to shape and execute strategic sales plans that expand our customer base, strengthen market presence, and drive significant revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with company goals and market opportunities.
Lead business development efforts across target sectors, identifying and securing new opportunities.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders.
Collaborate with internal teams (operations, technical, and finance) to ensure seamless project delivery.
Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to inform strategic decisions.
Represent Murray Steel Products at industry events, trade shows, and client meetings.
About You:
* Proven track record in a senior commercial or sales leadership role within the steel, engineering, or industrial sectors.
* Deep understanding of the MOD, offshore/renewables, marine, or infrastructure markets.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify and capitalise on growth opportunities.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
* Strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-oriented approach.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a forward-thinking, well-established business with a strong reputation in the market.
* Work alongside an experienced and supportive commercial team.
* Play a key role in shaping the future of our business in high-growth sectors.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
Murray Steel Products Ltd are specialist suppliers of profiled steel plates, with the equipment, skills and high-quality materials required to successfully deliver profiled plate in a range of grades in thicknesses up to 400mm and dimensionally we can cut up to 24 metres in length and 5 metres wide.
Our established in-house technical set-up allows us to work to short lead times. Murray's in-house high definition profiling, chamfers and drilling operation is ISO 9001 and CE Execution Class 4 accredited.
We now have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Profiling Business Development Salesperson join Murray Steel Products working on a hybrid basis, or from one of our offices, dependent on location.
The successful candidate should have previous steel stockholding and processing experience in a similar environment, and have the drive and ambition to grow their sales career within the steel industry. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.
The role of Business Development (Industry Experienced)
* Identify key decision makers of new clients through direct communication by telephone calls, emails, and professional networking.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to expand sales.
Promote key products and added value services by identifying and targeting specific industry sectors.
Respond to enquiries and preparing accurate written presentations, reports, and price quotations in a timely manner.
Ensure commercial targets are met.
Liaise with Commercial Director / product leads on any issues/opportunities with new and existing customer base.
Use relevant database to provide required information on stock availability.
Ensure accounts trade within the agreed credit limits.
Maintain accurate and up to date customer databases and statistics.
Candidates must have:
* A knowledge of steel plate and plate processing and structural sections is essential.
* An ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a wider team.
* Excellent communication skills – internal and external.
* Be highly organised and methodical.
* Maintaining a positive attitude.
* Understanding the customers' needs.
* 3 + years sales experience required.
Job type: This is a full-time permanent role with an excellent package for the right candidate.
Hours of work: 8.30am to 5:30pm Monday – Thursday and 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday.
Salary:Excellent remuneration package for the right candidate.
Business Development (Industry Experienced)
Southern Region
Our continued investment in the latest state of the art plate processing equipment, completed last
summer, is further enhanced by the UK’s most expansive stocks of reversing mill plate and our
ability to supply the complete package of Structural Sections, either fully processed or stock lengths.
We now have exciting opportunities for experienced Salespeople to join Murray Steels working on a
hybrid basis, or from one of our offices dependent on location, joining our Southern regional sales
team.
The successful candidate(s) should have previous steel stockholding and processing experience in a
similar environment and have the drive and ambition to grow their sales career within the steel
industry. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.
The role of Business Development (Industry Experienced):
Identify key decision makers of new clients through direct communication by telephone
calls, emails, and professional networking.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to expand sales.
Promote key products and added value services by identifying and targeting specific
industry sectors.
Respond to enquiries and preparing accurate written presentations, reports, and price
quotations in a timely manner.
Ensure commercial targets are met.
Liaise with Commercial Director / product leads on any issues/opportunities with new
and existing customer base.
Use relevant database to provide required information on stock availability.
Ensure accounts trade within the agreed credit limits.
Maintain accurate and up to date customer databases and statistics.
Candidates must have:
* A knowledge of steel plate, plate processing and structural sections is essential.
* An ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a wider team.
* Excellent communication skills – internal and external.
* Be highly organised and methodical.
* Maintaining a positive attitude.
* Understanding the customers' needs.
* 3 + years sales experience required.
Job Type: This is a full-time permanent role with an excellent package for the right candidate.
Hours of work 8.30am to 5:30pm Monday – Thursday and 8:30am to 4:30pm Friday.
Salary:Excellent remuneration package for the right candidate.
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