Question
Full-time
2-5

Scrap Metal Buyer

12/8/2025

The Scrap Metal Buyer will purchase scrap based on specific terms of purchase contracts and maintain strong relationships with current suppliers while identifying new sources. This role also involves serving as a liaison between scrap yard personnel and scrap suppliers.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

2-10 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Technical recruitment company, placing professionals in manufacturing, materials, military electronics, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, foods, packaging machinery, robotics, consumer products. Professional placements in Engineering of all kinds Information Technology Scientists Quality Assurance Marketing Accounting Sales Human Resources Manufacturing Management Supply Chain Purchasing Planning
About the Role

Company Description

manufacturing company

Job Description

Large western Tennessee steel company needs an experienced retail scrap buyer. This position is not in Birmingham. It is in Jackson, TN. I am advertising in a more populated area to attract more candidates.Relocation assistance is available.

 

  • You will know current scrap metal market trends in the region and understand competitive situations/practices.
  • You will buy scrap based on the specific terms of purchase contracts.
  • Should be familiar with scrap grading and weighing.
  • This position also serves as a liaison between scrap yard personnel and scrap suppliers.
  • Working with a hunter mindset, you will find new sources of recyclable metals in the region.
  • Working with a company-supplied vehicle, you will locate ferrous scrap sellers.
  • Maintain strong relationships with current suppliers and identify new sources to meet procurement goals.

 

     

    Qualifications

    I am looking for someone who has a significant work history in scrap metal buying and processing. If you worked in a scrapyard buying or weighing materials, please apply for this job. There is a preference for people who have experience building a network of scrap suppliers, such as auto wreckers, farm equipment dealers, individual scrap peddlers.

     

    • Minimum of two years of experience in buying or receiving scrap or similar work.
    • Knowledge of raw material sources and grades.
    • Familiarity with transportation logistics and scrap yard operations.
    • Strong negotiation, communication, math, and problem-solving skills.
    • High ethical standards and a strong work ethic.
    • Willingness to travel weekly to maintain vendor relationships and industry connections.

    Additional Information

    Pearl Martin, Image Associates Inc. pearl AT jobspot DOT com

     

    Please look me up on LinkedIn, and send me an invitation to Link: www.linkedin.com/in/pearlmartin1 

     

     

    Key Skills
    Scrap Metal BuyingScrap GradingWeighingNegotiationCommunicationMath SkillsProblem SolvingTransportation LogisticsScrap Yard OperationsRelationship ManagementMarket TrendsCompetitive AnalysisNetworkingEthical StandardsWork EthicTravel
    Categories
    ManufacturingTradesLogistics
    Benefits
    Relocation Assistance
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