Scrap Metal Buyer

Image Associates Inc. • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Large western Tennessee steel company needs an experienced retail scrap buyer. This position is not in Memphis. It is in Jackson, TN. I am advertising in a more populated area to attract more candidates. Relocation assistance is available. You will know current scrap metal market trends in the region and understand competitive situations/practices. You will buy scrap based on the specific terms of purchase contracts. Should be familiar with scrap grading and weighing. This position also serves as a liaison between scrap yard personnel and scrap suppliers. Working with a hunter mindset, you will find new sources of recyclable metals in the region. Working with a company-supplied vehicle, you will locate ferrous scrap sellers. Maintain strong relationships with current suppliers and identify new sources to meet procurement goals.

Requirements

• Significant work history in scrap metal buying and processing.
• Minimum of two years of experience in buying or receiving scrap or similar work.
• Knowledge of raw material sources and grades.
• Familiarity with transportation logistics and scrap yard operations.
• Strong negotiation, communication, math, and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel weekly to maintain vendor relationships and industry connections.

Nice To Haves

• Experience building a network of scrap suppliers, such as auto wreckers, farm equipment dealers, individual scrap peddlers.

Responsibilities

• Know current scrap metal market trends in the region.
• Understand competitive situations/practices.
• Buy scrap based on the specific terms of purchase contracts.
• Be familiar with scrap grading and weighing.
• Serve as a liaison between scrap yard personnel and scrap suppliers.
• Find new sources of recyclable metals in the region.
• Locate ferrous scrap sellers using a company-supplied vehicle.
• Maintain strong relationships with current suppliers.
• Identify new sources to meet procurement goals.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level