About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Outside Scrap Metal Buyer to join our Commercial team. This is a field-based sales role responsible for purchasing ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals within an assigned territory while developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

The Outside Buyer will identify new business opportunities, negotiate pricing and contracts, evaluate material quality and value, and work closely with internal teams to maximize volume, margins, and customer satisfaction. This role is ideal for a relationship-driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment and enjoys building a book of business.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a driven sales professional who enjoys being in the field, building long-term customer relationships, uncovering new business opportunities, and delivering results. Individuals with backgrounds in construction, heavy equipment, industrial supply, logistics, transportation, demolition, or related industries often bring the skills needed to excel in this role.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective scrap metal suppliers.
- Purchase ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals within an assigned territory.
- Prospect for new business opportunities and grow a profitable supplier network.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and purchase agreements.
- Evaluate scrap materials for quality, grade, and value.
- Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and competitor activity.
- Prepare and submit bids and quotes for purchasing opportunities.
- Coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate pricing, timely transactions, and efficient material movement.




- Educate suppliers on material specifications and company acceptance standards.
- Maintain accurate records, activity reports, and customer communications.
- Ensure compliance with company safety, environmental, and operational policies.
- Travel regularly throughout the region to meet with suppliers and visit customer sites.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field plus 5+ years of outside sales, account management, business development, or related industry experience; OR 5-10 years of experience as a metal buyer in the scrap recycling industry.
- Proven ability to develop new business, manage customer relationships, and negotiate pricing and contracts.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and customer service skills.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.

Preferred

Experience in one or more of the following industries:

- Heavy equipment sales (excavators, wheel loaders, material handlers, crushers, etc.)
- Equipment rental sales
- Ready-mix concrete or industrial construction materials sales
- Logistics and transportation sales
- Demolition project management
- Recycling, scrap metal, commodities, manufacturing, or other industrial sales environments

Work Setting

- Combination of office, field, and industrial/scrap yard settings.
- Frequent local and regional travel.




- Exposure to outdoor environments, dust, noise, and varying weather conditions.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, drive, and inspect materials for extended periods.

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities
- Opportunity to build and grow your own territory
- Stable, growing industry with long-term career potential
- Collaborative team environment with strong operational support

If you are a results-oriented sales professional with a passion for building customer relationships and growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age or older and all Canada applicants must be 16 years of age or older.

Radius Recycling participates in e-verify for all U.S. new hires.

An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.

All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non-union employees.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state or federal law.

Pay: $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Outside Buyer (Canada)
🏢 Radius Recycling
📍 Canada