Scrap Buyer - Metal Recycling - Base Salary to 90k / year - St. Petersburg, FL

Scrap Buyer - Metal Recycling - Base Salary to 90k / year - St. Petersburg, FL

Our client, a global recycling company, is seeking an Industrial Scrap Buyer to identify and source commodities from scrap metal and demolition businesses & seek new suppliers for materials.

In this role, the Scrap Buyer is responsible for assessing the organization's external material requirements, negotiating pricing, and coordinating the purchase and delivery of goods.

Responsibilities :   Obtain and determine pricing for ferrous and non-ferrous materials according to established guidelines for both new and existing accounts, as specified by the Regional Manager

Formulate strategic initiatives for emerging businesses aimed at establishing additional sources of ferrous and non-ferrous materials

Visit and maintain relationships with current and potential customers, including demolition contractors, dealers, auto wreckers, construction projects, and industrial accounts, to identify and develop new sources of ferrous and / or non-ferrous material

Monitor commodity market trends alongside operational material flow to enable strategic purchasing decisions that optimize profitability

Purchase scrap materials to ensure that volume and profitability objectives are achieved or surpassed

Verify that all procured ferrous and non-ferrous materials meet the required specifications

Handle supplier complaints, document them, and verify follow-up actions per company guidelines. Submit monthly reports promptly and accurately, and attend meetings to discuss and review results as needed

Ensures adherence to company safety and environmental objectives and standards, as well as ISO and OSHA compliance requirements.

Properly use all guards, safety devices and other means provided for your safety and environmental protection

Qualifications :

5-7 years of experience in sales or purchasing, in the Recycling & Metals Industry- MUST HAVE

Experience with sorting and pricing scrap metal

Bilingual Spanish / English

Strong sales skills and strive to develop long-term customer relationships

Excellent multi-tasking, time-management, and organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, phone etiquette and computer skills

Creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to resolve issues and provide solutions

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Compensation :

• Compensation : Base salary up to 90k / year plus bonus. Our client also offers competitive health and life benefits & 401k. Relocation assistance is available.