Scrap Metals Manager

Cyclic Materials • Mesa, AZ

2d • Remote

About The Position

Cyclic Materials is a rapidly growing cleantech company, building a circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials essential to the clean energy transition. The company's proprietary MagCycle℠ and REEPure℠ processes transform end-of-life products into valuable raw materials used in EVs, wind turbines, and electronics. With its successful commercial demonstration, Cyclic Materials is rapidly scaling commercially across North America, Europe and Asia

Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Toronto, Cyclic Materials has scaled rapidly with plants established in Ontario and Arizona, as well as an expansion by building a campus in South Carolina. Cyclic Materials recently announced a Series C of $75 Million led by T. Rowe Price, in addition to backing by global leaders including Microsoft, Amazon, Hitachi Ventures, BMW i Ventures, Jaguar Land Rover's lnMotion fund, Energy Impact Partners, ArcTern Ventures, Fifth Wall and more. The company has forged strategic commercial partnerships with key industry leaders such as Solvay, Vattenfall, Lime, and VACUUMSCHMELZE to recycle magnets containing REEs and bring a circular and resilient rare earth supply chain to scale. We are proudly named as one of Top 10 Climate Tech Companies to Watch by MIT Tech Review in 2025. Learn more about Cyclic Materials cyclicmaterials.earth.
Cyclic Materials is looking to add curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to our growing team. Come join us and help build a global cleantech leader together!
Cyclic Materials is scaling advanced recycling of scrap metals and complex material
Role Overview

The Scrap Metals Manager is responsible for developing and securing long-term commercial relationships for Cyclic’s recycled metal products. This role focuses on end-of life market development, and strategic customer growth, with accountability for placing production volumes into reliable, margin-accretive markets. This role requires 10+ years of experience in scrap metals, recycling, or trading environments, with deep familiarity across ferrous and non-ferrous scrap streams, market pricing, and customer requirements. The position blends strategic market development with hands-on commercial execution. Travel for this position will be up to 50% across North America with visits to our Canadian Head Office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
• 10+ years of experience in scrap metals, recycling, trading, or industrial materials markets
• Proven success negotiating commodity-linked contracts and long-term supply or offtake agreements
• Strong understanding of ferrous and/or non-ferrous scrap markets, pricing, and logistics
• Ability to operate independently in fast-moving, market-driven environments
• Willingness to travel regularly across North America including our Canadian Head Office in Toronto, ON
• Commercially driven with strong market instincts
• Skilled negotiator and relationship builder
• Execution-focused with strong follow-through
• High integrity, safety-first mindset
• Applicants for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Nice To Haves

• Experience placing recycled metal output into domestic and export markets
• Background working with scrap metal processors, mills, foundries, or traders
• Exposure to advanced processing or upgraded scrap metal products
• Experience supporting scale-up or expansion of industrial operations

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to grow volume, revenue, and margin for Cyclic’s recycled metal products
• Identify and secure new end-market customers, processors, and trading partners
• Expand existing customer relationships into long-term, multi-year commercial arrangements
• Support commercialization of new recycled metal products and grades as processing capabilities expand
• Track scrap metal market trends, pricing indices, spreads, and regional dynamics
• Monitor competitor activity and shifts in end-market demand
• Provide market insight to inform production planning, capacity expansion, and commercial prioritization
• Partner closely with operations, logistics, and supply teams to ensure reliable material flow and customer service
• Act as the primary commercial point of contact for key customers
• Support development of commercial processes, CRM discipline, and pricing governance
• Represent Cyclic Materials with industrial customers, scrap metal processors, traders, and industry partners
• Participate in industry events, customer visits, and commercial negotiations

Benefits

• At Cyclic Materials, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journey
• We offer a competitive compensation package including Health and Dental coverage, RRSP contributions and a generous paid time off program that lets you recharge
• We value diversity and are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone is respected and recognized for their contributions
• The base compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and considers internal equity.
• As an Equal Opportunity employer, Cyclic Materials is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees