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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 and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

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

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

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

Responsibilities:

1. Asset Evaluation and Valuation:
   • Conduct thorough assessments of leased/financed equipment to determine their current market value, considering factors such as condition, brand, model, age, technological relevance, and market demand.
   • Employ your expertise and collaborate with appraisal teams, vendors, manufacturers, resellers, existing customers, and equipment brokers to provide valuations for individual assets.
   • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and reliable asset valuation processes.
2. Market Analysis:
   • Stay updated on market trends, demand fluctuations, and pricing dynamics in the equipment leasing industry.
   • Analyze secondary and resale markets to make informed decisions on when and where to sell assets for maximum returns.
   • Identify opportunities to exploit market trends and capitalize on emerging demand for specific equipment types.
3. Logistics and Cost Analysis:
   • Evaluate the costs associated with deinstallation, transportation, and storage of leased assets.
   • Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to optimize asset movement, ensuring minimal expenses while maintaining asset integrity.
   • Provide insights on cost-efficient deinstallation and relocation strategies to maximize profitability and monitor the effectiveness of various disposition strategies and adapt approaches based on performance metrics.
4. Relationship Management:
   • Foster relationships with existing customers, vendors, and industry partners to facilitate asset sales and foster collaboration.
   • Cultivate a network of equipment vendors, brokers, dealers, and potential buyers to enhance asset resale opportunities.
   • Collaborate cross-functionally to align asset management strategies with sales, marketing, and customer service efforts.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• BS or BA degree or equivalent asset/equipment management experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in equipment asset management, preferably within the equipment leasing industry.
• ASA or equivalent appraisal certification is a big plus.
• Proficiency in asset valuation methodologies, industry standards, and market analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with equipment manufacturers, vendors, brokers, and suppliers.
• Bi Lingual EN/FR
• Proficient in asset value modeling, cost analysis, and market research tools.
• Results-driven mindset with a track record of optimizing asset value and return on investment.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to travel to customer locations to view assets in person, to attend tradeshows or other travel as required.

What we offer!

• A competitive wage
• Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
• Vacation, benefits, and a RRSP matching program
• 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!