Scrap Buyer Iii

Job Summary The position is primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap appropriate for steelmaking. Under the immediate direction of the Director - Raw Materials, the incumbent will be responsible for executing the approved plan to accomplish the objective of minimizing overall billet cost. Nature and Scope This position is primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap in an economical and efficient manner. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective relations with available suppliers including active solicitation of new supply sources, within assigned region. The supplier base will include both established retail processors as well as suppliers whose business is conducted on a direct basis at the retail buying facilities as established at Gerdau mill divisions. This position reports directly to the Director - Raw Materials and has a functional reporting relationship to the Jackson Mill Scrap Operations Superintendent. The incumbent will coordinate activities with other procurement personnel, Transportation, Melt Shop management, and mill scrap inspection and accounting personnel. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of three to five years experience in the buying, melting or receiving of steel scrap or similar work experience at an exempt level. In addition, incumbent should possess knowledge of sources and grades of raw materials, along with some knowledge of transportation issues and scrap yard operations. The incumbent must be a self-starter with the ability to initiate business and must possess strong negotiating, communication, math and problem‑solving skills. Candidate must function effectively both independently and as a member of a cross‑functional team. High ethical standards and a strong work ethic are key attributes. Incumbent will support commercial practices based on established policies to ensure fair, ethical and productive relationships with suppliers. This position requires travel to complete job duties and maintain an effective network of vendors, mill personnel, and industry organizations. Principal Accountabilities Primarily responsible for the procurement of retail scrap appropriate for steel making. Maintain effective business relationships with current supplier base and seek out new sources of scrap that will assist in meeting procurement objectives within established policies and procedures. Support commercial practices based on established policies to ensure fair, ethical and productive relationships with suppliers. Stay abreast of current market trends and competitive situations/practices in order to meet the needs of the mill/s supplied. Provide information to corporate management, plant management and Transportation to help develop cost avoidance and savings opportunities in the purchase, transportation, processing and consumption of raw materials. Serve as liaison between plant management, retail scrap suppliers and the raw materials procurement team. Review scrap order shipment status weekly and make necessary adjustments to insure timely receipt of goods purchased and proper order application. Resolve discrepancies primarily pertaining to grading, weight settlement, order application, and other disputes with vendors and mill personnel within established policies, which must be resolved tactfully to maintain sound and effective relationships. Educate and communicate specifications, commercial terms‑and‑conditions and safety and environmental compliance requirements to shippers and plant personnel when required. Maintain computer literacy in procurement systems and proficiency in company scrap information systems and other business applications. Recruit new supply sources for retail scrap in the local regional market. Understand the effect of different grades of steel on billet chemistry specifications. Salary & Benefits Medical and Prescription Dental Vision Pension/RSP plan Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Additional Information Job Type: Full‑time Salary: Expected Wage Range $95,000.00 – 105,000.00 /year. This represents the expected hiring range and is inclusive of total compensation. The salary offered may be higher than the posted range depending on several factors such as relevant skills, qualifications and experience. Work Location: In person – In compliance with Ontario's Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization. Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. The policy of Gerdau is that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship. If you are vision‑impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr