Senior Account Representative

ELEMENTAL NA•Joliet, IL

1d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Company Elemental Group, based in Poland, is a dynamic capital group specializing in securing critical raw materials from used equipment, serving as a key link in the circular economy and contributing to sustainable development. Through its global network of companies, the company efficiently recovers valuable resources, minimizes waste, and supports industries in the responsible management of raw materials. The company specializes in processing and refining critical elements such as platinum group metals, copper, and other base and precious metals in an environmentally friendly way. Elemental USA and Elemental North America, represent the consolidation of four leading North American catalytic converter recycling companies —PGM of Texas, Legend Smelting and Recycling, Daniel Ball Converter Recycling, and Maryland Core, Inc.— that rebranded in 2024 to signal their evolution from the collection and processing of used catalytic converters to recovering and refining strategic metals. Elemental US and its subsidiaries are proud to be the only catalytic converter recyclers in the U.S. that own the entire recycling process – including refining and smelting. Role Overview The Senior Account Representative is a field-based role responsible for developing and supporting purchasing relationships with salvage and recycling yards. This position involves sourcing opportunities, traveling to customer locations, and purchasing catalytic converters and non-ferrous metals in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Following each purchase, the Associate Buyer is responsible for properly securing, loading, and transporting purchased materials to an assigned collection hub. At the hub, materials are unloaded, sorted, and prepared for shipment to the corporate office, with an emphasis on accuracy, accountability, and safe handling. This role combines customer-facing work, independent travel, and hands-on operations, making it well-suited for candidates who enjoy variety, autonomy, and building long-term business relationships in the field. Legend Smelting and Recycling offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, supplemental coverages, and quarterly bonus opportunities. All candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background screening, including a motor vehicle record (MVR) review, as this role involves operating a company vehicle.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum age of 21 years
Vocational or technical training a plus
Clean driving record with a valid driver’s license
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment screening, including background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review
Strong communication and customer service skills; outside sales experience preferred
Prior metals industry experience not required; previous experience is a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office required
Ability to travel with possible overnight stays
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and perform moderate to intense physical activity
Ability to perform repetitive physical movements including bending, stretching, stooping, twisting, crouching, tossing/throwing, and lifting
Ability to sit for extended periods of time while driving

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical training a plus
Strong communication and customer service skills; outside sales experience preferred
Prior metals industry experience not required; previous experience is a plus
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

Provide professional internal and external customer service related to purchasing activities and assigned customer accounts
Communicate and coordinate catalytic converter purchases with salvage yard managers, owners, core buyers, and brokers
Manage, document, and secure daily purchased inventory, including performing onsite audits and following established control processes to ensure inventory accuracy
Maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations to ensure all purchases are compliant
Support operational needs as assigned by the supervisor, which may include:
Coordinating shipping and transportation arrangements
Preparing inventory weigh-in reports and logs
Assisting with training of new buyers
Forklift operation, when required