We are looking to hire a 

Metals Trader 

Remote Role - Based in the West Coast of US | Ref: MET - 0626 

About VIPA 

VIPA is a European multinational company, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a leading position in the global recycling and recovered material trading sectors.  As our business in the US is growing, we want to expand our team and wish to employ a specialized commercial professional for our Metals Division.  The position can be based anywhere in the US West Coast. 

Why VIPA? 

For us, each and every team member is special and important, and this is the reason why we invest in training, personal and professional growth. We offer great working conditions in a multinational environment, in a dynamic and fast-growing company. 

Key Duties & Responsibilities 

• Expand the company’s market presence and analyze the market trends

• Formulate strategies that are in line with the company’s goals and market share growth

• Develop new accounts in respective region and identify new growth opportunities 

• Manage existing relationships with supplier and client by doing regular visits to the client sites, as well as through emails and telephone calls

• Closely cooperate with procurement, logistics/customer service, and sales to ensure stable product supply and overall operational efficiency

• Perform inspection of material to ensure quality 

• Work with supplier to negotiate and settle quality claims within given parameters

• Understand supplier needs, solve problems, and improve supplier satisfaction & loyalty

• Monitor prices and market trends in order to talk intelligently to suppliers about the market and procure material 

 
Qualifications & Competencies 

• Experience in a similar commercial or logistics role in the metals sector (at least 3-5 years) 

• Strong commercial acumen / negotiation skills 

• Availability for heavy business travel on a monthly basis

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and communication skills

• Adaptive to change, and ability to work under pressure 

• Strong decision-making ability 

What we offer 

• Competitive salary, according to experience and qualifications 

• Corporate equipment (laptop, mobile phone) 

• Excellent working conditions in a multinational environment 

• Exceptional opportunities for professional and personal development in a dynamic and fast-moving company 

Only candidates currently residing in the US will be considered.  No relocation is offered.