Job Description

Under the management of the commercial sales manager the commercial buyer will be responsible for the following: 

• You are responsible for purchases of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal from industrial accounts
• You are negotiating with suppliers on price payment and shipment terms and contracts to optimize cost effectiveness.
• You are responsible for follow-up and shipment expedites with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
• You will be vetting and interacting with new potential sources of consumers of scrap metal. Buys from retail dealer light industrial customers repair shops demolition projects clean-ups etc.
• You will participate in a database of qualified leads through referrals telephone canvassing direct mail email & networking.
• You will maintain frequent communications with suppliers for updated lead-time and inventory info for proper planning.
• You will be keeping accurate records of relevant activities.
• You will internal and external customer service relating to ferrous or non-ferrous business.
• You will develop the growth of business activities and profit with assigned accounts.
• You will provide solutions to companies to improve and maximize scrap recovery.
• You are responsible for meeting or exceeding buying/sourcing quotas.
• You can exercise a working knowledge of materials and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quality delivery and quantity requirements.
• You can processe requests for price quotations purchase orders order changes adjustments and cancellations directly with vendors and manufacturers.
• You can maximize all opportunities in the process of closing a deal resulting in the taking of market share from competitors

Qualifications :

Job Knowledge Skill and Ability Preferences        

• Must have working knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred
• Must have strong sales skills and strive to develop long-term customer relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills telephone etiquette and computer knowledge.
• Maintain knowledge of market factors that scrap metal price movements.
• Must be able to negotiate prices service and terms with both customers and carriers.
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Must display strong motivation and resourcefulness; be self-motivated.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Willing to work varying hours and travel up to 50% of the time.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

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