What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer Trainee (Sales) – Scrap Recycling position at Sadoff Brand?
Our family‑owned scrap recycling company is seeking a Buyer Trainee to join our team. This is a hands‑on, paid training position designed for someone interested in a long‑term career in sales, and commodities.
The Buyer Trainee will spend approximately one year rotating through all areas of our operations, gaining a full understanding of how scrap material moves through our business—from scale and processing to logistics, pricing, and customer relationships. This training ensures you are fully prepared to succeed as a Buyer, responsible for purchasing scrap material and building strong supplier partnerships.
We offer a great, family friendly first shift, Monday through Friday schedule, great wages and a complete benefit package.
What You’ll Learn
During your training year, you will gain exposure to:
- Yard and scale operations (material identification, grading, and pricing)
- Processing and shipping of scrap materials
- Transportation and logistics
- Accounting and settlements
- Safety, environmental, and quality systems
- Sales and purchasing fundamentals
- Supplier and customer relationship management
This comprehensive approach helps you understand the entire lifecycle of the material you will ultimately be responsible for buying.
Key Responsibilities (After Training Progression)
- Purchase ferrous and non‑ferrous scrap materials
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers
- Understand market trends and pricing
- Work closely with operations to align purchasing decisions
- Represent the company professionally in the marketplace
What We’re Looking For
- Strong interest in sales, business, or commodities
- Willingness to learn and work in a hands‑on industrial environment
- Good communication and relationship‑building skills
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Ability to rotate through multiple departments
Why Join Us
- Structured, paid training program
- Long‑term career growth opportunity
- Family‑owned company with a strong history and values
- Exposure to all aspects of a successful recycling operation
- Competitive pay and benefits
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· Prolonged periods standing.
· Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.
· Must be able to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds at a time.
· Must be able to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and moving the entire body. This will include balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials.
· Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and tolerate exposure to the elements of the environment: hot and cold, smells and noises unique to the plant.
This person will also need a valid driver's license and good driving record.