Buyer

Responsibilities

• Grow and manage a book of business consisting of Commercial, Industrial and Dealer accounts for both Ferrous (FE) and Non-Ferrous (NF) materials.
• Use exceptional communications and relationship building skills to build, deepen, and support long-lasting relationships with all assigned accounts.
• Negotiate pricing and service agreements to increase volume and profitability.
• Identify new business partners and negotiate pricing and service agreements to increase volume and profitability.
• Purchase scrap metals and materials to grow margins, volume, and market share.
• Deepen market share by actively identifying and securing new commercial, industrial, and dealer accounts.
• 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 for 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 are being met.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, Bachelors preferred, related to Sales, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or 4 years Buyer (Account Management) experience in the scrap metals recycling industry.
• Strong contract negotiation and interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrated buying/selling skills and product knowledge.
• Able to generate and qualify leads and close deals.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects and to prioritize effectively.
• Proficient in MS Office programs. SAI or similar software experience a plus.