Scrap Buyer II

Gerdau; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription benefits

Dental benefits

Pension/RSP plan

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Gerdau in Manitoba seeks a Scrap Buyer II responsible for procuring retail scrap for steelmaking. The role involves establishing and maintaining supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective procurement practices.

The ideal candidate has strong negotiating and problem-solving skills, a minimum of 2-3 years in scrap procurement, and must effectively navigate market trends. The position offers competitive benefits, including a salary range of $75,000 to $90,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in scrap procurement.
• Knowledge of sources and grades of raw materials is required.
• Strong work ethic and high ethical standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Procure retail scrap for steelmaking effectively and efficiently.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Stay abreast of regional scrap market trends.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Relevant experience in scrap buying

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Scrap Buyer II

Empowering people who build the future.

JOB SUMMARY

The position is primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap appropriate for steelmaking. Under the immediate direction of Manager – Raw Materials, the incumbent will be responsible for executing the approved plan to accomplish the objective of minimizing overall and maximizing return for the operations.

NATURE AND SCOPE

This position is primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap in an economical and efficient manner. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective relations with available suppliers including active solicitation of new supply sources, within assigned region. The supplier base will include established accounts, casual peddlers, auto wreckers, and other generators of scrap metal.

This position reports directly to the Regional Raw Materials Manager and has a functional reporting relationship to the local Division Manager. The incumbent will coordinate activities with other personnel, transportation, scrap inspection and accounting personnel.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications for this position include a minimum of 2‑3 year of relevant experience with 1 year experience directly related to buying and selling scrap. In addition, incumbent should possess knowledge of sources and grades of raw materials, along with some knowledge of transportation issues and scrap yard operations.

The incumbent must be a self‑starter with the ability to initiate business and must possess strong negotiating, communication, math and problem‑solving skills. Candidate must function effectively both independently and as a member of a cross‑functional team. High ethical standards and a strong work ethic are key attributes. Incumbent will support commercial practices based on established policies to ensure fair, ethical and productive relationships with suppliers. This position requires regular weekly travel to complete job duties and maintain an effective network of vendors, mill personnel, and industry organizations.

The incumbent’s primary responsibility is the cost‑effective procurement of scrap. The Incumbent must stay abreast of current market trends and be aware of regional scrap markets and competitive situations/practices. Requires utilizing a network of sources to understand market activity and determine the needs of the mill/s supplied. The incumbent will procure scrap based on the specific terms of purchase contracts within established policies and procedures, reviews and/or approves the incoming invoices and document vendor performance. This position also serves as a liaison between Yard personnel and scrap suppliers. This position will provide commercial information used in analyzing inventory requirements.

As required, the incumbent will inspect and address scrap quality issues that arise at the Yard site. May be required to educate and communicate specifications, commercial terms/conditions, and safety and environmental compliance requirements to vendors, shippers, and inspection personnel.

Incumbent must be knowledgeable in the computer systems and procedures used to receive, handle and pay for scrap throughout the Company and assist in resolving any problems that may arise with vendors. Candidate must actively coordinate any such issues with appropriate administrative and accounting personnel.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Recruit new supply sources for scrap in the local regional market.
2. Primarily responsible for the procurement of scrap Metals.
3. Incumbent will maintain effective business relationships with current supplier base and seek out new sources of scrap that will assist in meeting procurement objectives within established policies and procedures.
4. Incumbent will support commercial practices based on established policies to ensure fair, ethical and productive relationships with suppliers.
5. Stay abreast of current market trends and competitive situations/practices in order to meet the needs of the operations supplied.
6. Provide information to management and Transportation to help develop cost avoidance and savings opportunities in the purchase, transportation and processing of scrap.
7. Serve as liaison between plant management and scrap suppliers.
8. Review scrap order shipment status weekly and make necessary adjustments to insure timely receipt of goods purchased and proper order application.
9. Within established policies, resolve discrepancies primarily pertaining to grading, weight settlement, order application, and other disputes with vendors and Operations personnel. Issues must be resolved tactfully to maintain sound and effective relationships.
10. May be required to educate and communicate specifications, commercial terms‑and‑conditions and safety and environmental compliance requirements to shippers and plant personnel.
11. Candidate must maintain computer literacy in procurement systems, with proficiency in company scrap information systems and other business applications.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Medical and Prescription
Dental
Vision

Pension/RSP plan
Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job Type: Full-time

SALARY: Expected Wage Range $75,000.00 - 90,000.00/year. This represents the expected hiring range and is inclusive of total compensation. This may not represent the full pay range for the position. The salary offered may be higher than the posted range depending on several factors such as relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Work Location: In person - In Compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

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