Under the management of the commercial sales manager the commercial buyer will be responsible for the following:
- You are responsible for purchases of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal from industrial accounts
- You are negotiating with suppliers on price payment and shipment terms and contracts to optimize cost effectiveness.
- You are responsible for follow-up and shipment expedites with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
- You will be vetting and interacting with new potential sources of consumers of scrap metal. Buys from retail dealer light industrial customers repair shops demolition projects clean-ups etc.
- You will participate in a database of qualified leads through referrals telephone canvassing direct mail email & networking.
- You will maintain frequent communications with suppliers for updated lead-time and inventory info for proper planning.
- You will be keeping accurate records of relevant activities.
- You will internal and external customer service relating to ferrous or non-ferrous business.
- You will develop the growth of business activities and profit with assigned accounts.
- You will provide solutions to companies to improve and maximize scrap recovery.
- You are responsible for meeting or exceeding buying/sourcing quotas.
- You can exercise a working knowledge of materials and sources of supply to make purchases at prices consistent with quality delivery and quantity requirements.
- You can processe requests for price quotations purchase orders order changes adjustments and cancellations directly with vendors and manufacturers.
- You can maximize all opportunities in the process of closing a deal resulting in the taking of market share from competitors
Qualifications :
Job Knowledge Skill and Ability Preferences
- Must have working knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals.
- Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred
- Must have strong sales skills and strive to develop long-term customer relationships.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills telephone etiquette and computer knowledge.
- Maintain knowledge of market factors that scrap metal price movements.
- Must be able to negotiate prices service and terms with both customers and carriers.
- Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
- Must display strong motivation and resourcefulness; be self-motivated.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Willing to work varying hours and travel up to 50% of the time.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time