Scrap Metal Account Manager/Buyer

I.K. Hofmann USA, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in the Metal Recycling industry is seeking a Commercial Scrap Buyer. In this role, you'll negotiate metal acquisitions, develop supplier relationships, and monitor commodity trends to ensure profitability. This mid-senior position offers relocation assistance and is critical for maximizing procurement strategies.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Proficient understanding of ferrous and non-ferrous metal markets.
• Self-starter but capable of team collaboration.
• Experience in metal industry purchasing is a must.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and acquire ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Visit and cultivate relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor market trends to enhance profit margins.

Skills

Negotiation

Market Analysis

Supplier Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing

Job description

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Our client, a leader in the Metal Recycling industry is looking to add a Commercial Scrap Buyer to their team.

Primary Responsibilities of Commercial Buyer:

• Negotiate and acquire ferrous and non-ferrous metals, adhering to guidelines set by upper management or department heads.
• Devise and execute acquisition strategies to tap into new markets for ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Regularly visit and cultivate relationships with current and potential suppliers, such as salvage operations, metal traders, construction sites, and industrial sources, to explore and secure new channels of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.
• Monitor and analyze trends in the metal commodity market, aligning procurement activities with material flow trends to enhance profit margins.
• Achieve or surpass objectives in terms of volume and profit through strategic procurement of scrap metal.
• Ensure compliance of all procured metals with specified quality standards.
• Investigate supplier issues, ensuring all concerns are documented and corrective actions are taken as per company protocols.
• Prepare and submit detailed monthly reports, and participate in review meetings to discuss outcomes and strategies.

Qualifications for Commercial Buyer:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a comparable combination of education and professional experience.
• Proficient knowledge of the scrap metal industry, specifically in the domains of ferrous and non-ferrous materials, as well as processing and logistics practices.
• Experience in purchasing ferrous and non-ferrous metals
• Capability to function autonomously and as part of a team.

Relocation Assistance Available

ABOUT US: I.K. Hofmann USA offers staffing & HR services in sectors like light industrial, automotive, aviation, logistics & professional. As an ISO 9001 certified firm, we prioritize service quality and deeply care for our employees. Founded in Germany, our parent company I.K. Hofmann GmbH, is a woman-owned business with branches across Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Hungary and the US. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes. Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Wholesale Recyclable Materials, Retail Recyclable Materials & Used Merchandise, and Wholesale Metals and Minerals

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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