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Regional Recycled Metals Buyer
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Full-Time Position: Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits package. Pay commensurate with experience.
Kripke Enterprises is a leading non-ferrous metal brokerage based in Toledo Ohio. Our three core values shape decisions and direct our everyday focus: we do what we say; relationships are the backbone of our business; and we provide solutions. We have a reputation in the industry which is second to none and only possible due to the high caliber of people on our team.
Job description:
As a Regional Recycled Metals Buyer at Kripke Enterprises, Inc, you will work in a fast-paced environment, establishing and cultivating new business opportunities and relationships.
Qualifications:
· 4-6 years’ experience buying ferrous, non-ferrous, wire, and auto parts.
· Proven track record in new account acquisitions.
· Experience buying from industrial accounts.
· Established relationships within OH, MI, IN, IL, PA, KY, WV (potentially, lower Canada)
· Experience identifying various recycled materials.
· Success in managing and growing business relationships.
· Exceptional communication skills
· Experience negotiating prices; able to think and react quickly.
· Identifies and communicates needed tools, coaching, or training, using self‑reflection to continuously improve performance.
· Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
Responsibilities:
· Buying ferrous, non-ferrous and auto parts from local recycling yards, commercial and industrial accounts (1.5 million+ lbs. non-ferrous, or its equivalent/month). Regional driving required.
· Cultivating new and nurturing existing supplier relationships.
· Negotiating pricing and terms.
· Understanding the cost of processing, and staying informed about market conditions.
· Coordinating with logistics and operations teams for timely transportation of metal loads. Addressing any logistical and/or quality issues promptly.
· Proper documentation of transactions.
· Providing weekly progress updates and outline future steps.
Willingness to travel via car and air is required. On-site job located in Toledo, Ohio.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- buying metals: 4 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Toledo, OH 43617 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Commodity Trader/Sales
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Commodity Trader – Aluminum Recycling
We can teach you aluminum. We can’t teach a history of exceptional performance.
KEI is looking for proven, top-performing salespeople to become our next generation of commodity traders. Aluminum Recycling experience is a plus but not required. A track record of sales success is.
What You’ll Do
- Build and manage your own book of business
- Develop strong relationships with suppliers and customers
- Learn your customers’ operations and solve their problems
- Find profitable opportunities and negotiate purchases and sales
- Manage price, freight, market exposure and margin
- Close business and resolve issues when deals don’t go as planned
Who You Are
- A top individual producer with measurable results
- Someone who has created new business, not just maintained accounts
- A self-starter who takes ownership and works well without close management
- Commercially and numerically sharp, a fast learner and a strong problem solver
- A confident negotiator who is comfortable asking for and closing significant business
- Resilient and calm under pressure
- A strong relationship builder who works independently but is a great teammate
Backgrounds We Value
B2B sales in industrial products, manufacturing, distribution, logistics, building products, packaging, chemicals or other complex sales environments.
Why KEI?
Opportunity. Growth. Learning. Freedom. Fun. And the ability to earn what you’re worth.
Compensation and benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- Performance incentives and profit sharing
- 401(k) matching
- HSA contributions
- Car allowance
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- First-time homebuyer assistance
- A fun and supportive work environment
How to Apply
Include your resume and be ready to tell us where you ranked, what you sold, the volume or revenue you produced, and the new business you personally created.
Kripke Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you a top individual producer with measurable results?
Experience:
- sales: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Toledo, OH 43617 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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