Commercial Buyer (Scrap Metal)

Job Description

Reporting to the Commercial Sales Manager, the Commercial Buyer is responsible for identifying, developing, and managing relationships with suppliers while sourcing ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal. This role combines business development, account management, and strategic purchasing to drive profitable growth across an assigned territory.

The ideal candidate is a proactive relationship builder with strong negotiation skills who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment and enjoys spending time in the field meeting with new and existing partners.

What you’re responsible for

• Negotiating commodity purchases of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal, including pricing, contracts, and shipment terms to maximize profitability.
• Possessing strong sales and negotiation skills with a focus on building long-term customer relationships.
• Possessing knowledge of scrap metals and market pricing trends (preferred, but not required).
• Possessing excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools.
• Being highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% and work flexible hours.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Qualifications

• You have strong sales and negotiation skills with a focus on building long-term customer relationships.
• You have knowledge of scrap metals and market pricing trends (preferred, but not required).
• You have excellent communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar tools.
• You are highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• You are willing to travel up to 50% and work flexible hours.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

Additional Information

• What we offer: A competitive wage (85-120k annually, depending on experience), vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program.
• An annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents.
• The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development.
• A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!