Commercial Buyer - Trainee

As a Commercial Buyer Trainee, you will learn the scrap metals business and SA Recycling’s 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 Recycling’s 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 Recycling’s rules and regulations related to the procurement and processing of scrap metal.
• Compile, develop, and analyze data via, Microsoft Excel, SA Recycling’s 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:

• Bachelor’s 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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