BlueScope Recycling and Materials LLC

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Company Description BlueScope Recycling is a full-service, ferrous scrap metal recycler with processing facilities in Waterloo, IN, Delta, OH, and Mansfield, OH. BlueScope Recycling buys scrap from industrial generators, wholesale suppliers, and the general public, focusing on delivering the highest level of service. Position Summary: The Manager, Commercial I (Mill Buy) leads the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of ferrous scrap to support EAF steelmaking operations. This role ensures scrap procurement aligns with mill production needs, cost targets, and supply chain capabilities while balancing operational, financial, and commercial priorities. The Manager leverages market intelligence, supplier relationships, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize scrap supply, charge mix, and optimized pricing while upholding compliance, safety, and sustainability standards. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Procurement & Business Development Manage the purchase of obsolete, shredded, prime, and specialty scrap grades. Manage the monthly mill buy meeting and pre-meeting, ensuring that the material/data/analyses address key issues, is accurate, logical and can lead to good decisions Negotiate and execute spot transactions and monthly programs to meet mill demand, cost, and delivery targets. Provide market intelligence on pricing, flows, and regional trends to guide strategy. Build and expand supplier relationships to ensure flexibility, quality, and risk mitigation. Partner with melt shop, operations, and logistics teams at the steel mill to optimize cost and align procurement with charge mix and production goals. Stakeholder Partnership & Communication Develop strong relationships with North Star and BRM teams, ensuring deep trust across the businesses. Similarly, develop strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring that the North Star team is part of those relationships. The mill buyer manager role is the quarterback to ensure there is a strong relationship across multiple levels so that BlueScope can have strong strategic relationships. Collaborate with mill operations and metallurgical teams to optimize cost, quality, and efficiency. Build or improve data tools to systemize incoming material tracking, supplier quality, cost and performance versus indices Deliver actionable market insights to mill and BRM stakeholders. Balance engagement with internal stakeholders (North Star, BRM) and external suppliers. Report regularly to the Commercial VP and North Star leadership on market trends, procurement performance, and risks. Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and supplier meetings. Margin Growth & Contract Management Manage and develop the mill buy team to achieve volume and margin objectives. Develop pricing strategies informed by market trends and cost structures. Negotiate high-value supplier contracts to secure favorable terms. Monitor procurement performance and adjust strategies to optimize margins. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure adherence to environmental, recycling, and procurement regulations. Identify and mitigate risks related to markets, suppliers, and regulation. Maintain policies and procedures to support transparency and minimize legal exposure. Team Leadership Manage a team of buyers and administrative staff with appropriate coaching, feedback, and performance reviews. Set clear priorities aligned with North Star and BRM strategy. Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Oversee contract administration, inventory, logistics, and supplier claims. Ensure accurate purchase orders, invoices, and ERP/MRP system tracking. Partner with finance on budgeting, reporting, and forecasting. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field (MBA preferred). Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in sales, marketing, or commercial leadership, including mill buy roles. Demonstrated success in entrepreneurial or growth environments. Strong leadership and team development skills. Deep knowledge of ReMA scrap specifications, pricing indices, and market dynamics. Proven negotiation and long-term relationship management expertise. Proven success and experience leading teams. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Familiarity with truck/rail logistics and scrap yard operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ERP/MRP systems (RIMAS, IBM/Maximo, or similar) preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Established supplier network in the scrap industry. Experience navigating volatile supply environments. Knowledge of melt shop operations and their procurement implications. Track record of mentoring and developing procurement talent. Quantitative Scope: Budget Responsibility ($1Bn+ annual spend) Direct oversight of 2 - 3 employees (currently Account Representative and Marketing Admin) Work authorization: No sponsorship available Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: BlueScope Recycling Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the company's policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are key drivers of our company's success. Additional Information The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job. Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level. The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. 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