Ferrous Trader

American Iron and Metal; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in metal recycling is seeking a Trader responsible for sourcing, buying, and selling metals. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of global metals markets, manage supplier and customer relationships, and make strategic trading decisions to drive business growth. This position offers a competitive salary, vacation benefits, and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Annual tuition scholarship program up to $8,500

Tools and support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in commodities trading and international trade is a plus.
• Ability to manage P&L and assess risk.
• Proficiency in ERP/CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of suppliers and buyers.
• Sourcing materials and negotiate terms of sale.
• Evaluate market trends and develop trading strategies.
• Execute trades with ownership of pricing and logistics.
• Build relationships with scrap yards and industrial users.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Market trend analysis

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, or International Trade

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

SAP

Job description

Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees andthe ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the yearsevolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metalrecycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing ofsolder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial andmining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, moresustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.

Job Description

The Trader is responsible for the sourcing, buying, and selling of metals. This role requires a deep understanding of global metals markets, strong supplier and customer relationship management skills, and the ability to make timely, strategic trading decisions to maximize profitability and drive business growth.

What you're responsible for:

• Developing and managing a portfolio of suppliers and buyers for recycled metal material
• Sourcing materials domestically and/or internationally and negotiate terms of sale or purchase
• Evaluating market trends and pricing indicators to develop trading strategies and optimize margins
• Executing trades with full ownership of pricing, logistics coordination, risk management, and compliance
• Building long-term relationships with scrap yards, smelters, brokers, and industrial end-users
• Collaborating with logistics, operations, finance, and compliance teams to ensure seamless execution of deals
• Maintaining accurate records of trading activity and client interactions in CRM and ERP systems
• Preparing and deliver internal reports on trade performance, margins, and market forecasts

Qualifications

To join our team:

• You have a bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, International Trade, or a related field (preferred)
• You have experience in commodities trading; experience with international trade and logistics is a plus
• You have the ability to manage P&L, assess risk, and make high stakes trading decisions
• You have an understanding of commodity markets, pricing models, and supply chain logistics
• You have excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• You are proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP/CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, SAP, or equivalent)
• You have the ability to travel domestically and internationally as required

Additional Information

What we offer!

• A competitive annual salary, vacation, benefits and a RRSP matching program
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun