Commercial Buyer

SA Recycling, a leader in the metals recycling and processing industry, is actively looking for an experienced Commercial 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 in the Ohio Region. 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 identify 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


• Eligible for Safety and Profitability Bonuses


• Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities of a Commercial 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 with the purchase and processing of various materials.


• Demonstrate exceptional and ethical customer service and sales skills to ensure 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.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications for a Commercial 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.


• Confident personality to make cold calls, unscheduled visits and ad hoc presentations.


• 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, on the road and various customer properties


• Equipment and Tools:  Passenger Car


• Physical Demand Level:  Light to Moderate


• Work Capacity:  Lifting & carrying 35 lb loads, head turning, bending


• Sensory Demands:  Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste


• Head Movements:  Repetitive motions, typing, steering a car

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 job posting 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.