Buyer

SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for an experienced Buyer to join our growing Commercial Sales team. As a Buyer you will be accountable for growing and managing a book of business consisting of Commercial, Industrial and Dealer accounts for both Ferrous (FE) and Non-Ferrous (NF) materials. As the face of SA Recycling, you will use your exceptional communications and relationship building skills to build, deepen, and support, long-lasting relationships with all assigned accounts; and your superior negotiation skills come into play as you identity new business partners and negotiate pricing and service agreements to increase volume and profitability.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay


• Choice of 2 Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance


• 401k with a Company Match


• Weekly Pay


• Referral Incentives


• Company provided uniforms and PPE


• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses


• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of an Buyer

• Responsible for the purchase of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals and materials to grow margins, volume, and market share.


• Deepens market share by actively identifying and securing new commercial, industrial, and dealer accounts.


• Purchase scrap metals and material following current market conditions and within pricing standard and models as set by the General Manager and National Sales Team.


• Conduct regularly scheduled suppler visits and sales activities to strengthen relationships and keep abreast of business and market conditions.


• Maintain knowledge of various federal, state, and local environmental regulations to ensure compliance for the purchase and processing of various materials.


• Demonstrate exceptional and ethical customer service and sales skills to ensue repeat business.


• Participate in the development of regional and individual purchasing, marketing, and profitability goals.


• Maintain accurate records for all purchasing, sourcing, prospecting, and follow up activities.


• Partner with facility General Manager’s in the inspection of scrap metals and material to ensure specification, volume, and pricing targets are being met.

Qualifications of an Buyer

• Associate’s degree, Bachelors preferred, related to Sales, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or 4 years Buyer (Account Management) experience in the scrap metals recycling industry.


• Strong contract negotiation and interpersonal skills required.


• Demonstrated buying/selling skills and product knowledge.


• Ability to generate and qualify leads and close deals.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and to prioritize effectively.


• Proficient in MS Office programs. SAI or similar software experience a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Office


• Equipment & Tools: Personal computer, multi-line phone, laser printer


• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate


• Work Capacity: Lifting & carrying 35lb loads, bending, kneeling, and sitting for along periods.


• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, touch and taste


• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, keyboard alignments

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by individuals assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills expected.

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.