Trader
Pittsburgh, PA

TMS International is the leading provider of on-site, industrial steel mill services for steelmakers around the world. At TMS, our people, services, technology and equipment provide invaluable resources that support and enhance our partners' entire manufacturing operations. Our services help lessen steelmakers' environmental impacts and contribute to a cleaner environment.
The secret to our success is the expertise of our people and our commitment to unrivaled service. We hire the best people for the job, equip them with what they need, and empower them to do whatever it takes to get the job done right, including making decisions on the spot to create immediate value for our partners.
Raw Maternal Trader Position Description:
- Continuously investigates new suppliers and consumers of ferrous scrap and raw materials while developing and building relationships with individuals responsible for buying and selling.
- Continuously investigates new sources of scrap and develops relationships with individuals responsible for selling the scrap.
- Contributes market research and forecasting to coordinate the development of micro and macro-level strategies; while also being responsible for presenting growth initiatives, value-added ideas, and cross-selling within other divisions of TMS.
- Significant travel (50%-80%) meeting with accounts on-site to determine opportunities, as well as establish and maintain effective business relationships.
- Maintain quality standards and resolve discrepancies in accordance with TMS’s management guidelines.
Qualifications
- The Ideal Candidate will have a BA/BS in Business Administration or related degree and 3-5 years trading experience in scrap metals or a related industry.
- Must be knowledgeable of all aspects associated with brokered scrap as well as being cognizant of current market conditions to provide an optimum total cost approach.
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to initiate business as well as possess strong negotiating and problem-solving skills.
- Must be an effective communicator.
- Must have the ability to effectively perform both independently and as a member of a cross-functional team with a commitment to cooperation and collaboration among business functions.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office including Excel and Word as well as ERP software.
- Must possess strong oral and written skills; be adept in statistical analysis and market research; and, have a strong knowledge of the scrap recycling industry.
- Must possess integrity, leadership, decision-making, and entrepreneurial skills.
TMS International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or other characteristics protected by law.

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