Scrap Buyer - Lafayette, United States - Nanshanusa

Description

>> Scrap Buyer Scrap Buyer Summary Title:Scrap BuyerID:1089Location:Lafayette, INDepartment:Administrative Description **Overview**

The Scrap Buyer identifies and negotiates various grades of scrap metal for purchasing purposes.

**Job Responsibilities**

Maintain and develop the profitable growth of ferrous and non-ferrous accounts through effective daily procurement of quality scrap. Requires detailed management and ownership of the process from - point of purchase - control of delivery/scrap receipts - managing freight costs - resolving any downgrades while managing supplier/company relationships;

Purchase scrap metal materials in accordance with current market conditions based upon pricing standards/models established by senior management;

Full responsibility of internal and external customer service relating to ferrous or non-ferrous business under their oversight;

Communication and coordination of scrap purchasing deliverables;

Visit existing customers on a regular basis - addressing quality issues, company expectations and credit exposure;

Maintain customer database records;

Expand existing customer supply base for increased market share across varied commodities while developing new supplier relationships for future profitable growth and expansion;

Possess and demonstrate analytical skills to conduct analysis to ensure sound decision making;

Maintain and manage the profit/loss analysis spreadsheet and constantly work on improving the processes and/or profitability of the accounts;

Maintain knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations in order to purchase materials in compliance;

Secure approval on all contracts or letters of agreement from the General Manager;

Pricing outside of the standards/models must be approved by the General Manager prior to purchasing;

Assist with development of annual procurement plans or opportunities for the plant;

Maintain knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations;

Performs other duties as assigned.

**Job Requirements**

Bachelors Degree preferred;

At least 3 to 5 years purchasing experience in the scrap aluminum industry required;

Minimum 2 years Casting experience preferred;

Ability to identify the different types of scrap metals;

Self-motivated and starter with a positive attitude and problem-solving skills;

Basic computer knowledge using Microsoft Office Suite.