Commercial Buyer Trainee

As a Commercial Buyer Trainee you will learn the scrap metals business and SA Recyclings buying and selling process through a mix of training sessions and hands-on learning. Our Commercial Buyer Trainees are exposed to all areas of the scrap metal industry and are provided with the opportunity to receive training and experience with the goal of transitioning into a Commercial Buyers role.

In this position you will train side by side with experienced Buyers to support the supply chain of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals to our yards as well as develop manage and strengthen new and existing relationships with our suppliers and customers. As a Commercial Buyer Trainee you will learn the business by partnering closely with our yard General Managers Buyers and Commercial teams. This position requires a dynamic individual with initiative who can collaborate with all internal and external stakeholders and partners to drive business and increase margin.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay;
• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses;
• Comprehensive benefits including affordable medical options dental and vision care;
• 401k with a Company Match;
• Weekly Pay;
• Referral Incentives;
• Advancement opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities of a Commercial Buyer Trainee:

• Obtain a solid working knowledge of how ferrous and non-ferrous metals are received graded priced processed and shipped.
• Complete market research; develop an understanding of SA Recyclings business and position in the market; and learn and develop relationships with suppliers customers and competitors.
• Monitor commodity market trends review available trade publications and complete market research to gain industry knowledge to help gain a competitive advantage.
• Gain a solid understanding of local state federal and SA Recyclings rules and regulations related to the procurement and processing of scrap metal.
• Compile develop and analyze data via Microsoft Excel SA Recyclings CRM and other databases for the completion of various reports.
• Travel to visit suppliers production facilities and attend various SA Recycling or industry training events and conferences.

Qualifications of a Commercial Buyer Trainee:

• Bachelors degree in business sales marketing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to generate innovative ideas through independent research.
• Ability to define problems collect and analyze data show facts draw conclusions and propose solutions.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to think and work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and math skills.
• Self-assured and ability to give and take direct constructive feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen physical exam and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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Required Experience:

Intern