Commercial Buyer
SA Recycling · Chattanooga, TN · 1 wk ago
PurchasingFull-time
About the role
SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for an experienced Commercial Buyer to join our growing Commercial Sales team. As a Buyer you will be accountable for growing and managing a book of business consisting of Commercial, Industrial and Dealer accounts for both Ferrous (FE) and Non-Ferrous (NF) materials. As the face of SA Recycling, you will use your exceptional communications and relationship building skills to build, deepen, and support, long-lasting relationships with all assigned accounts; and your superior negotiation skills come into play as you identify new business partners and negotiate pricing and service agreements to increase volume and profitability.
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.
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.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- 401k with a Company Match
- Weekly Pay
- Company provided uniforms and PPE
- Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses
- Advancement Opportunities