Experienced Professional - Purchasing

Hydro Aluminium Metal a leading supplier of extrusion ingots, sheet ingots, foundry alloys, wire rods and high-purity aluminum with a global production network of around 5,000 employees. With primary metal production facilities in Europe, Canada, Australia, Brazil and Qatar, and recycling facilities throughout Europe and in the U.S., two-thirds of our primary aluminum production is based on renewable energy.

About the job and your team

The Scrap Buyer will support general Scrap Purchasing responsibilities for the growing Hydro Recycling organization in the United States, sourcing scrap in alignment with the strategic direction of the company to enhance our capabilities to produce sustainable aluminum products. Working in a team of talented scrap purchasing professionals, this position offers the opportunity to grow and impact our dynamic organization. This role can be based in Rosemont, IL; Henderson, KY; or Commerce, TX.

You will work on

+ Continuously align with plants to develop monthly and yearly scrap sourcing and planning strategies, and develop a monthly scrap inventory position + Perform monthly scrap inventory reconciliation by customer + Ensure alignment between scrap quality and internal plant constraints, such as equipment requirements and packaging restraints + Grow and manage scrap and raw material sourcing network in North America + Utilize knowledge of scrap market conditions (competition, freights, market conditions) to ensure best possible value for customers + Foster continuous positive relations with suppliers, customers and stakeholders + Contract and order administration of scrap and raw materials purchases + Planning and coordination of raw material deliveries in cooperation with logistics and assigned plants + Reporting on supplier performance, purchase volumes and price levels + Pricing and hedging of purchase orders + Resolve supplier claims and concerns

Your qualifications and skills

You would also ideally have

Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

Expected salary: $73,806-$81,756

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If you have any questions, please contact:

Hiring manager

Colin Whitman

Colin.Whitman@hydro.com

Recruiter

Anke Kreutz

Anke.Kreutz@hydro.com