Inside Buyer

Radius Recycling; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the recycling industry is seeking an Inside Buyer to manage purchasing and marketing of scrap metals. This role involves effective communication with suppliers, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and developing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a background in marketing or business, strong negotiation skills, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years industry sales experience required.
• Valid driver’s license needed.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for marketing, advertising, and purchasing scrap metals.
• Ensures effective communication between facilities and management.
• Develops action plans and seeks new business opportunities.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Negotiation

Mathematical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business

Job description

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The Inside Buyer reports to the Regional Account Manager. This individual is responsible for marketing, advertising, and purchasing scrap metals (both Ferrous and Non-Ferrous) for the peddler and retail book of business within their defined geographic area. The incumbent ensures effective communication between the receiving facility, Outside Buyers, and management regarding the flow of material into the facilities.

The Inside Buyer reviews inspections and grading of purchased material, reports information to other buyers, and responds to scale receiving personnel when new suppliers arrive. They observe inspection and grading processes and price materials accordingly.

The Inside Buyer assesses potential for continued business, ensures smooth onboarding of new suppliers, and spends significant time seeking new business through cold calling or follow-up calls with interested companies.

They must be knowledgeable about handling and processing costs for all commodities, understand current market conditions, and be aware of customer and competitor pricing strategies.

This role operates within defined parameters, aiming for excellence in all aspects of commercial operations, providing high-quality products safely, effectively, and efficiently to minimize accidents and errors, and maximize profits.

Essential Functions

• Environmental, Health, and Safety: Ensures safe work practices, maintains compliance with safety policies, OSHA, and other regulations, and promotes a safe environment for all.
• Operational Performance & Best Management Practices: Inspects loads, reviews purchase activities, reports transactions, resolves issues, and supports bid preparation.
• Metals Purchasing: Communicates with management for bids, reviews market conditions, and ensures timely supplier payments.
• Servicing Existing Suppliers: Manages customer accounts, reviews transactions, and maintains accurate pricing information.
• Marketing & Business Development: Develops action plans, seeks new business, maintains a positive company image, and conducts market research.
• Administrative Management: Coordinates documentation, provides weekly reports, and ensures efficient administrative operations.

Other Responsibilities

The Inside Buyer aims to buy materials at a net profit, negotiate pricing, grow the customer base, educate customers on grading, analyze purchase tickets, assist in loss prevention, and collaborate on bids. They also conduct market research and strive for continuous improvement in customer experience and processes.

Internal Control Responsibilities

Supports internal controls, communicates issues, and suggests process improvements.

Interpersonal Contacts

Internal: Commercial team, office staff, yard personnel. External: Customers, suppliers.

Job Conditions

Office environment with occasional exposure to dirt/dust, work pressure during peak times, regional travel, and offsite customer visits.

Physical Activities

Sitting, standing, walking, bending, vehicle operation, manual tasks, and communication. Visual acuity required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business preferred, 0-2 years industry sales experience, valid driver’s license, excellent customer service, communication, mathematical, and negotiation skills. Practical problem-solving ability required.

Note: All statements are general; duties may vary. US applicants must be 18+, Canada 16+. Radius participates in E-Verify, and employment contingent on background checks, drug screens, and signing arbitration agreements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.