Commercial Metal Trader

Gebhart Holdings•Wabash, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for purchasing and selling non-ferrous scrap metal. The role involves maintaining an existing customer base, acquiring new customers, and providing excellent customer service. The Commercial Metal Trader will also be responsible for identifying and pricing different types of scrap metal, managing customer issues, gathering market information, and collaborating with logistics and operations teams. Special projects and other duties may be assigned as determined by management. Regular and timely attendance is expected, along with adherence to 5S lean production principles.

Requirements

A college degree in business desirable or equivalent business experience preferred.
Experience in the scrap business up to 2 years in a related field.
Sales experience preferred.
Excel, Outlook, Word, and proficient math skills required.
Sales experience and ability to communicate effectively with a very diverse group of customers/suppliers.
Strong face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication skills.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.

Nice To Haves

Sales experience

Responsibilities

Maintain existing customer base and relationships using exceptional customer service skills.
Acquire new customers through prospecting, using face-to-face cold calling, telephone solicitation, and all types of electronic communication.
Identify different types of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous scrap metal.
Price different grades of scrap metal using cost models.
Purchase 6mm lbs. Each month within our Gross Margin parameters.
Handle customer issues in a professional, timely manner.
Gather appropriate information about the local market concerning prices, competitor information, and availability of supply.
Work closely with Logistics to determine the most cost-effective way to haul material and the proper equipment needed.
Interact with the Operations with regard to grading and quality of scrap metal.
Follow the 5S foundations for deploying lean production tools and processes.