Sales Representative /Scrap Metal Buyer

About the role

A Scrap Metal Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing all types of scrap metal from various sources. The Buyer engages with scrap suppliers, negotiating terms to secure material at the most competitive price while achieving both individual and team targets. The role involves managing, developing, and maintaining customer relationships, as well as identifying and securing new scrap supply opportunities. The Buyer must conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the professional and ethical values of the Group.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase scrap metal from multiple suppliers
• Negotiate terms to secure material at competitive prices
• Manage and develop long-term supplier and customer relationships
• Identify and secure new scrap supply opportunities
• Achieve individual and team purchasing targets
• Maintain professional and ethical standards in all dealings

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 certificate
• At least 3 years of buying or sales experience, preferably in manufacturing, engineering, or the scrap and recycling industry
• Valid Driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Prepared to work overtime when required

Qualifications

• Strong sense of integrity and trustworthiness
• Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and organizational levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage long-term partnerships
• Proven negotiating skills and attention to detail in contracts, quantities, and pricing
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-changing environment
• Efficient at managing multiple suppliers, negotiations, and follow-ups simultaneously
• Team player with the ability to identify new opportunities and solve challenges
• Knowledge of logistics, transport, and handling of scrap is beneficial

Benefits

• Provident fund
• Car allowance, car maintenance, petrol, and car insurance
• Life cover
• Medical aid
• Funeral cover
• 15 paid leave days per annum
• Long service leave after five years of employment

Schedule

• Standard hours: 07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday
• 07:30 – 16:00 Fridays
• Overtime may be required as per operational needs