Associate Manager – Metals Procurement

Job Objective:

We are looking for a proactive and result-oriented Associate Manager – Metals Procurement to drive end-to-end scrap metal procurement operations. The role will be responsible for identifying and onboarding new vendors, managing existing supplier relationships, sourcing quality scrap, negotiating commercial terms, and coordinating the complete procurement cycle for Brass, Copper, Aluminum, and Iron. The ideal candidate should have strong market knowledge, negotiation skills, and the ability to work closely with Operations, Logistics, and Finance teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify and develop new vendors and sourcing channels for Brass, Copper, Aluminum, and Iron scrap.

Build, manage, and strengthen relationships with existing suppliers, aggregators, dealers, and institutional sources.

Own the end-to-end scrap procurement cycle, from vendor identification and enquiry to material receipt, reconciliation, and payment.

Visit vendors/sources and assess material quality, grades, quantity, and sourcing potential.

Conduct quality checks and coordinate with Operations/Plant teams for material inspection, grading, and acceptance.

Negotiate price, quality, quantity, payment terms, pickup conditions, and other commercial terms with vendors.

Drive vendor onboarding, including documentation, KYC, commercial evaluation, and internal approvals.

Coordinate with Operations and Logistics to ensure timely pickup, transportation, weighing, and delivery of scrap.

Work closely with the Finance team on purchase documentation, invoice processing, payment status, reconciliations, and vendor queries.

Track procurement prices and market trends to support competitive sourcing and cost-effective purchasing.

Monitor vendor performance on quality, pricing, quantity, delivery timelines, and documentation.

Resolve discrepancies related to weight, quality, pricing, material specifications, and invoices.

Maintain accurate procurement records and prepare regular reports on vendor performance, procurement volumes, pricing, and pending transactions.

Continuously expand the vendor network to ensure consistent supply and reduce sourcing dependency.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

3–4 years of experience in scrap metal procurement, metal trading, recycling, waste management, or a related industry.

Graduate/Diploma in any discipline; Engineering/Commerce background will be preferred.

Good understanding of Brass, Copper, Aluminum, and Iron scrap grades and quality parameters.

Experience in vendor development, sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to evaluate quality, pricing, margins, and procurement economics.

Willingness to travel extensively for vendor development and material sourcing.

Strong communication, negotiation, coordination, and analytical skills.

Comfortable working with Excel/ERP systems for procurement tracking and reporting.

Desirable:

Existing network of scrap dealers, aggregators, dismantlers, industries, institutions, or metal traders.

Experience in e-waste recycling or reverse supply-chain operations.

Knowledge of local/regional scrap markets and prevailing metal pricing.

Experience working with B2B/institutional scrap procurement.

Ability to independently manage vendors and procurement transactions from source to plant and payment closure.