Senior Non-Ferrous Buyer

EMR Metal Recycling•Camden, NJ

2d•$140,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

EMR is a leading global metal recycling company committed to employee well-being and safety. We foster a supportive and inclusive community where contributions are valued, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration. Our mission is to provide efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing environmental impact, recycling ten million tons of material annually into over 200 types of new sustainable raw materials. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, and an employee assistance program. We are seeking an experienced Senior Non-Ferrous Buyer with a strong background in scrap metal recycling. This hands-on role requires expertise in non-ferrous scrap, grading, valuation, and purchasing from diverse suppliers. The buyer will source and purchase non-ferrous scrap, negotiate prices, evaluate quality, manage supplier relationships, and make decisions to protect company margins. Success requires more than just knowing commodity prices; it involves assessing material, determining grade and recovery, negotiating, understanding freight and logistics, and adapting to market conditions. This position can be remote or based at our US HQ in Camden, NJ, with a salary of $140-160k/yr.

Requirements

Hands-on non-ferrous scrap buying experience is the most important qualification.
5+ years of experience purchasing non-ferrous scrap metals in the recycling, scrap, metals, commodities, or related industry.
Strong working knowledge of non-ferrous scrap grades, specifications, and recovery yields.
Demonstrated experience buying and pricing materials such as: Copper, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless steel, Specialty alloys.
Experience buying material on a wholesale/commercial basis and managing significant supplier relationships.
Experience negotiating scrap prices directly with suppliers.
Ability to evaluate material quality and determine appropriate buying prices.
Understanding of commodity pricing and the ability to adjust purchasing decisions as market conditions change.
Understanding of freight, transportation, and logistics costs as they relate to scrap purchasing.
Strong supplier development and relationship-building skills.
Strong commercial judgment with an understanding of cost, margin, volume, and material flow.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where pricing and market conditions can change quickly.
Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
High level of integrity and commitment to ethical business practices.

Nice To Haves

Established relationships within the scrap metal, recycling, industrial, demolition, or related supplier community are highly valued.
Spanish/English bilingual skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Purchase non-ferrous scrap metals including copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and specialty alloys.
Source material from industrial accounts, contractors, demolition companies, peddlers, auto wreckers, recycling yards, and other suppliers.
Evaluate and grade non-ferrous scrap to determine material quality, specifications, recovery, and appropriate buying price.
Negotiate purchase prices, payment terms, freight, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
Monitor commodity markets and adjust buying prices and strategies based on market conditions, demand, mill consumption, and market opportunities.
Develop new supplier relationships and identify opportunities to increase the volume and quality of incoming material.
Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to ensure a reliable and consistent flow of material.
Conduct supplier visits to evaluate material, strengthen relationships, and identify additional purchasing opportunities.
Track market pricing for copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and other non-ferrous commodities.
Evaluate the impact of freight and logistics costs when establishing purchase prices.
Monitor purchased material, pricing, and market conditions to protect company margins.
Coordinate with operations and logistics to support efficient material flow and shipment planning.
Identify potential risks related to material quality, pricing, supply, transportation, and changing market conditions.
Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
Ensure purchasing activities are conducted ethically and in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.