Strategic Metals Buyer — Growth & Negotiation Expert

Sa-Recycling; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical plans incl. dental/vision/life

401k with company match

Weekly pay

Uniforms and PPE

Safety and profitability bonuses

Job summary

SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, seeks an experienced Commercial Buyer to grow and manage a book of business across Commercial, Industrial and Dealer accounts for Ferrous and Non-Ferrous materials.

You will build and support long-lasting relationships with accounts, using strong negotiation skills to increase volume and profitability. This is an on-site role with opportunities to expand your market impact within a growing team.

Qualifications

• Post secondary degree in Sales, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Prefer buying scrap in the scrap metals recycling industry.
• Strong contract negotiation and interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrated buying/selling skills and product knowledge.
• Ability to generate and qualify leads and close deals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and to prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in MS Office programs. SAI or similar software experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the purchase of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals and materials to grow margins, volume, and market share.
• Deepens market share by actively identifying and securing new commercial, industrial, and dealer accounts.
• Purchase scrap metals and material following current market conditions and within pricing standard and models as set by the General Manager and National Sales Team.
• Conduct regularly scheduled supplier visits and sales activities to strengthen relationships and keep abreast of business and market conditions.
• Maintain knowledge of various federal, state, and local environmental regulations to ensure compliance with the purchase and processing of various materials.
• Demonstrate exceptional and ethical customer service and sales skills to ensure repeat business.
• Participate in the development of regional and individual purchasing, marketing, and profitability goals.
• Maintain accurate records for all purchasing, sourcing, prospecting, and follow up activities.
• Partner with facility General Manager’s in the inspection of scrap metals and material to ensure specification, volume, and pricing targets.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sales / SCM / Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

SAI software

Job description

SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, seeks an experienced Commercial Buyer to grow and manage a book of business across Commercial, Industrial and Dealer accounts for Ferrous and Non-Ferrous materials.

You will build and support long-lasting relationships with accounts, using strong negotiation skills to increase volume and profitability. This is an on-site role with opportunities to expand your market impact within a growing team.