Industrial Buyer

Company: EMR USA Metal Recycling
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 4, 2025

Job Description:

About Us:

EMR is one of the world's leading metal recycling companies with a history spanning decades. At EMR, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. We are committed to creating a workplace that prioritizes the well-being and safety of everyone. Our company provides a supportive and inclusive community where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued. We believe in teamwork and collaboration.

Our mission is to provide our customers with efficient and reliable metal recycling services while minimizing the environmental impact of our operations. EMR recycles ten million tons of material annually, everything from beverage cans to aircraft carriers. We work with a wide variety of metals including copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel and can recycle it into more than 200 different types of new sustainable raw materials.

EMR offers our team a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans with company match, wellbeing benefits, employee assistance program and more. Join us and be a part of a team that puts people first!

Are you a savvy negotiator with an eye for value and a passion for building strong supplier relationships? We're looking for an Industrial Buyer to join our growing team and help drive revenue through strategic sourcing and purchasing of scrap metal and other industrial materials.

In this role, you'll be on the front lines - evaluating materials, negotiating deals, and managing supplier relationships, all while helping us grow our book of business. If you have a background in industrial buying, sales, or scrap metal procurement and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we want to hear from you!

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, parental leave, and sick leave
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• A supportive work environment committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility
  What You'll Do:
  • Source and purchase scrap metal and industrial materials at competitive rates
  • Negotiate pricing and terms using industry insights and market trends
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and clients
  • Identify new opportunities within existing accounts and generate new leads
  • Evaluate materials for quality and value in the field
  • Prepare quotes, respond to inquiries, and follow up with potential and current suppliers
  • Write purchase tickets, assist with weighing materials, and process transactions
  • Stay up to date on competitor activity and market changes
  • Collaborate with other departments and support team-wide goals
    What You Bring:
    • 1-4+ years of experience in sales, industrial buying, scrap metal, manufacturing, or a related field
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
    • Hands-on mindset with the ability to assess material quality and grade
    • Comfortable working in both office and outdoor yard settings
    • Familiarity with CRM systems and inventory tools is a plus
    • Self-motivated and able to juggle multiple tasks with minimal supervision
    • Knowledge of metals, commodities, or recycling industries (preferred)
      Education:
      • High school diploma or GED required
      • Bachelor's degree is a plus, but not required
        
        EMR USA Metal Recycling provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
        
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