Scrap Metals Manager

Cyclic Materials is a rapidly growing cleantech company buildinga circular supply chain for rare earth elements (REEs) and other critical materials essential to the clean energy transition. The companys proprietary MagCycleandREEPureprocessestransform 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 Rovers 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 .

Cyclic Materials is looking to add curious hard-working and driven individuals to our growing 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 Cyclics 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.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Market Expansion

• Develop and execute commercial strategies to grow volume revenue and margin for Cyclics 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

Market Intelligence & Strategy

• 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

Cross-Functional Execution

• 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

External Representation

• Represent Cyclic Materials with industrial customers scrap metal processors traders and industry partners
• Participate in industry events customer visits and commercial negotiations

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors 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

Preferred Experience

• 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

Core Competencies

• Commercially driven with strong market instincts
• Skilled negotiator and relationship builder
• Execution-focused with strong follow-through
• High integrity safety-first mindset

Why You Will Love Cyclic Materials

• At Cyclic Materials were 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 candidates 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 .

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).

To all applicants your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Required Experience:

Manager