Sales Representative /Scrap Metal Buyer

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd; Epping (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

provident fund

car allowance

life cover

medical aid

funeral cover

15 x paid leave days per annum

Long service leave

Job summary

SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd is looking for a Scrap Metal Buyer who will source and purchase all types of scrap metal from diverse suppliers, negotiating terms to secure competitive pricing while hitting team targets. The role also focuses on developing and maintaining supplier relationships and identifying new supply opportunities.

Reporting to the Divisional Director, this permanent, on-site position runs 07:30–17:00 Monday to Thursday and 07:30–16:00 Fridays, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• A minimum Grade 12 certificate.
• At least 3 years buying or sales experience; preferably in manufacturing, engineering or scrap and recycling industry.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable transport.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing all types of scrap metal from multiple sources.
• Engaging with scrap suppliers and negotiating terms for competitive pricing.
• Managing, developing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Identifying and securing new scrap supply opportunities.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 certificate

3 years buying or sales experience

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Job Description

A Scrap Metal Buyer ("Buyer") is responsible for sourcing and purchasing all types of scrap metal, arising from several different sources. The Buyer engages with scrap suppliers, negotiating terms to secure material at the most competitive price while achieving both individual and team targets. The role further involves managing, developing, and maintaining customer relationships, as well as identifying and securing new scrap supply opportunities. A Buyer must at all times conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the professional and ethical values of the Group.

Qualifying Criteria

• A minimum Grade 12 certificate
• At least 3 years of buying or sales experience; preferably in manufacturing, engineering or scrap and recycling industry
• Valid Driver's license and own reliable transport
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Must be prepared to work overtime when required

Qualifying Attributes

• Strong sense of integrity and trustworthy
• Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and different levels within any organization
• Ability to manage long-term partnerships while also generating new leads
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and self-starter
• Time management
• Efficient at managing multiple suppliers, negotiations, and follow-ups simultaneously
• Attention to detail in contracts, quantities, and pricing
• Proven negotiating skills
• Self-motivated, takes initiative
• Comfortable working in a fast-changing environment
• Proactive in identifying new opportunities and solving challenges
• Team player
• Knowledge of logistics, transport, and handling of scrap beneficial

Type

Permanent

Reporting To

Divisional Director

Job Type

Permanent position

Benefits Include

• Provident fund
• Car allowance, car maintenance, petrol and car insurance
• Life cover
• Medical aid
• Funeral cover
• 15 x paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Standard hours

07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday

07:30 – 16:00 Fridays

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary

We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicant’s qualifications and experience.