About the role
We are seeking a commercially driven scrap metals Director of Sales to develop buyer and supplier relationships, grow domestic and international business, and generate sustainable trading profits. The role covers sourcing and selling material, negotiating commercial terms, and coordinating transactions from initial quotation through delivery, final settlement, and payment collection.
You will work with operations, logistics, accounting, and credit control to match material availability and quality with customer requirements while managing transaction costs and commercial exposure.
Key responsibilitiesSales and business development
· Develop and maintain relationships with scrap suppliers, processors, steel mills, foundries, smelters, recyclers, and other buyers.
· Generate new opportunities through prospecting, market research, networking, industry contacts, and customer visits; grow assigned accounts and expand into approved markets.
· Understand customer specifications, buying schedules, and volume requirements; maintain an accurate sales pipeline and follow up on quotations.
Sourcing and trading
· Source material and negotiate purchase and sales prices, quantities, payment terms, delivery conditions, and contract specifications within approved authority.
· Trade ferrous grades such as HMS 1 and 2, shredded scrap, plate and structural scrap, and cast iron, along with approved non-ferrous grades. Non-ferrous focus: [Confirm specific aluminum, copper, and other grades handled].
· Evaluate expected transaction profit after material cost, freight, handling, processing, inspection, and anticipated quality or weight adjustments.
· Monitor market prices, supply and demand, freight costs, commodity benchmarks, and exchange rates relevant to assigned trades.
Trade execution and commercial controlsContracts and order execution
· Maintain accurate written purchase and sales confirmations covering grade, quality, quantity, pricing basis, weight units, delivery terms, payment terms, and claims procedures.
· Confirm material availability, quality, and shipment readiness with operations before committing to customers; match purchases and sales to agreed delivery schedules.
· Coordinate suppliers, yards, warehouses, carriers, shipping agents, and customers to execute orders and resolve delays.
· Follow up on loading schedules, scale tickets, inspection reports, shipping documents, and delivery confirmations; coordinate export documentation where applicable.
· Clearly distinguish pounds, short tons, and metric tonnes in quotations, contracts, and system records; verify conversions before confirming trades.
Quality claims and final settlement
· Coordinate resolution of rejected loads, contamination, quality downgrades, weight discrepancies, and other claims with customers, suppliers, and operations.
· Document supporting evidence and proposed settlement adjustments; obtain approvals before agreeing to credits, deductions, or revised commercial terms.
· Track transactions through final settlement and partner with accounting and credit control to resolve invoice disputes and follow up on outstanding payments.
· Maintain regular customer communication and build repeat business through dependable execution and timely issue resolution.
Risk management and compliance
· Complete customer and supplier due diligence and follow company onboarding, credit-control, trading-limit, and payment procedures.
· Maintain visibility into open purchase and sales commitments and promptly escalate unmatched commitments, overdue shipments, credit concerns, price exposure, and contract performance risks.
· Work within approved pricing and risk parameters; seek approval for exceptions or commitments outside delegated authority.
· Support compliance with applicable environmental, waste shipment, customs, sanctions, and international trade requirements; follow site safety and protective equipment procedures during visits.
Reporting and collaboration
· Maintain timely and accurate records of quotations, contracts, customer activity, shipment status, volumes, and expected and realized margins in company systems.
· Report pipeline activity, trading results, open commitments, claims, and overdue accounts; provide market feedback and recommendations to management.
Trade execution and commercial controlsContracts and order execution
· Maintain accurate written purchase and sales confirmations covering grade, quality, quantity, pricing basis, weight units, delivery terms, payment terms, and claims procedures.
· Confirm material availability, quality, and shipment readiness with operations before committing to customers; match purchases and sales to agreed delivery schedules.
· Coordinate suppliers, yards, warehouses, carriers, shipping agents, and customers to execute orders and resolve delays.
· Follow up on loading schedules, scale tickets, inspection reports, shipping documents, and delivery confirmations; coordinate export documentation where applicable.
· Clearly distinguish pounds, short tons, and metric tonnes in quotations, contracts, and system records; verify conversions before confirming trades.
Quality claims and final settlement
· Coordinate resolution of rejected loads, contamination, quality downgrades, weight discrepancies, and other claims with customers, suppliers, and operations.
· Document supporting evidence and proposed settlement adjustments; obtain approvals before agreeing to credits, deductions, or revised commercial terms.
· Track transactions through final settlement and partner with accounting and credit control to resolve invoice disputes and follow up on outstanding payments.
· Maintain regular customer communication and build repeat business through dependable execution and timely issue resolution.
Risk management and compliance
· Complete customer and supplier due diligence and follow company onboarding, credit-control, trading-limit, and payment procedures.
· Maintain visibility into open purchase and sales commitments and promptly escalate unmatched commitments, overdue shipments, credit concerns, price exposure, and contract performance risks.
· Work within approved pricing and risk parameters; seek approval for exceptions or commitments outside delegated authority.
· Support compliance with applicable environmental, waste shipment, customs, sanctions, and international trade requirements; follow site safety and protective equipment procedures during visits.
Reporting and collaboration
· Maintain timely and accurate records of quotations, contracts, customer activity, shipment status, volumes, and expected and realized margins in company systems.
· Report pipeline activity, trading results, open commitments, claims, and overdue accounts; provide market feedback and recommendations to management.
Qualifications and experience
· Proven success in scrap metal sales, purchasing, or trading, with evidence of profitable business growth and effective negotiation. Experience level sought: [Confirm target years and seniority].
· Strong expertise in ferrous or non-ferrous scrap grades, quality requirements, and market dynamics; experience across both categories is preferred.
· Ability to assess delivered transaction economics, use relevant pricing benchmarks, and work accurately with different pricing and weight units.
· Understanding of trade terms, freight arrangements, shipping documentation, payment methods, and commercial claims.
· Strong communication, analytical, relationship-management, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage several transactions at once.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CRM, sales, or trading systems; disciplined recordkeeping and follow-through.
· Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English; additional languages are an advantage.
· Existing supplier and buyer relationships are preferred. A bachelor’s degree in business, commerce, international trade, supply chain, or a related field is preferred; relevant industry experience will also be considered.
Measures of success
Targets will be agreed with management for the assigned portfolio and territory. Performance measures include:
· Realized profits and margin after defined transaction costs, alongside sales revenue and volume.
· New active customers and suppliers, account retention, repeat business, and conversion of quotations into completed trades.
· Timely order execution, accuracy of documentation, and effective resolution of quality and settlement claims.
Compensation and benefits
· Base salary: six figures based on experience.
· Commission or performance incentives:
· Benefits included.
· Opportunity to develop a domestic and international trading portfolio and grow within the metals trading and recycling business.
Territory and company support
Strong company support. Territory flexible.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hudson, OH 44237
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