Outside Buyer

General Position Summary & Responsibilities :

The Outside Buyer reports to the Regional Accounts Manager. This position is an outside sales role, responsible for generating purchases of scrap metals (both Ferrous and Non-Ferrous) for the book of business within his / her defined geographic area. Incumbent must have external sales / account management experience and will visit facilities of current and potential suppliers within their area which may include scrap metal dealers, demolition contractors, industrial manufacturers, auto wreckers, and any other scrap metal generating project or company. The Outside Buyer continually seeks new opportunities to buy scrap and develops relationships leading to the acquisition of all grades of metals.

The Outside Buyer will focus on developing and building customer / supplier relationships and negotiating prices and long-term contracts that build, grow, and retain the supplier base. Incumbent must be knowledgeable of all different types of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous scrap grades to assess the value, quality, and the required processing to maximize profit for the company. The Outside Buyer will work with several cross-functioning teams within the organization to successfully maximize volume and margin requirements based on the commercial strategy.

This buyer will be knowledgeable about the transportation, grading, handling, and processing costs for all commodities and possess a thorough understanding of the current pricing strategy. The Outside Buyer will understand current market conditions and be cognizant of customer’s and competitor’s pricing.

Salary Range : $90,000 - $110,000

Essential Functions :

Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)

• Ensures safe work practices and equipment are always used and that documentation and current practices are in accordance with company safety policies, OSHA, and other regulatory guidelines. In addition, provides a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors.
• Communicates and reinforces MRB’s position on scrap acceptance in line with Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations.

Operational Performance & Best Business Practices

Competitive Bid Preparation : Prepares and submits bids in response to request for quotes.

Works with the Inside Buyer to prepare standard bid forms for approval by the Regional Director of Commercial Operations.

Calculates resources that will be needed to support the bid offering requirements.

Metals Purchasing.

Communicates daily with the Regional Account Manager or Director of Commercial Operations when confirming bids or pricing requests that come in for a significant quantity of material.

Reviews current market conditions and the company’s inventory position with the Commercial Operations team to obtain guidance before making significant or long-term purchases.

Encourages suppliers to move product to the facilities as quickly as possible.

Servicing of Existing Supplier Base (50% of work week)

Marketing & Business Development (25% of work week)

Administrative Management (25% of work week)

Special Projects

Internal Control Responsibilities :

Supports the Company’s Internal Control process which includes understanding, communicating, and complying with defined internal controls as well as suggesting and making modifications to the policies, procedures, and controls to better relate to the business.

Communicates upward problems in operations, noncompliance with the code of conduct, or other policy violations or illegal actions.

Job Conditions :

Average office environment : occasional exposure to dirt and dust related to scrap yard environment. Work pressure can be substantial during peak times, requiring considerable adaptability; disturbances of workflow, and / or irregularities in work schedule are expected to occur on an intermittent basis. Offsite work involves meeting in person with current or potential customers and visiting other Schnitzer locations. Regional travel required.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions : (see standard available bullets)

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods of time, up to 6-8 hours per day; bend at waist; operate a vehicle, use hands to write or keyboard; assemble papers, staple; photocopy; use ten-key; be mobile within an average office environment; and communicate by phone and in person in a professional manner. Visual acuity to read detailed documents, inspect material and use a computer.

Qualifications :

Skills :

This position offers competitive pay along with a variety of benefits including medical, dental and vision plans for both you and your dependents; 401k with company match, Flexible Time Off, and paid holidays.

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.

All applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all new hires.

An offer of employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.