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At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations - mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

The Scrap Metals Trader will be responsible for the execution and evaluation of trades for the Commercial Metals Trading Group.  The Metals Trader will be responsible for analyzing the metals commodity market, both foreign and domestic, as it pertains to demand, inventory, and margins. 

Join a dynamic and growth-focused team where you'll play a key role in shaping trading, procurement, and market strategies within the metals recycling industry. This role offers the opportunity to build strong industry relationships, influence business performance through strategic negotiations and market insights, and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment that values innovation, entrepreneurship, and long-term career development.

This is a full time position based out of Edmonton, AB.

• Manage and control all applicable buy/sell contracts and associated shipped volumes
• Seek and develop relationships with new customers to cultivate high value opportunities in addition to maintaining our existing relationships
• Work closely with finance personnel to ensure the smooth flow of information and proper tracking of volumes, qualities and revenues associated with marketing at each facility
• Ensure all transactions are accomplished in accordance with internal trading, credit, and risk policies
• Keeping up to date with developments in the global market and reacting positively and creatively to international economic and political developments. Forecasting market direction
• Work with Metals Recycling team to determine trade requirements for executing strategic plans
• Trade volumes during index window to lock in product spreads and facility profit margins
• Quickly resolve supplier issues that may arise from late shipments or quality concerns in a manner that is respectful and fair to both parties and allows for future business and relationship development
• Regularly visit current and prospective suppliers at their facilities and perform inspection of materials to assess and maintain quality standards

• Experience related to Scrap Metals trading or in a business development role
• Strong background and knowledge of the metals recycling industry
• Successful candidate will have a degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Programming or Commerce/Finance
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point). High Proficiency in programming functionality would be considered an asset
• Excellent understanding of the product, logistical chain, risk involved and best practices to deliver proper execution of trade
• Detail oriented with the ability to do research and understand economic drivers 
• Strong ability to build working relationships and contacts within the organization as well as with industry, external regulators, vendors, and contractors
• The ability to demonstrate success in assuming a high degree of accountability for individual initiatives, common sense solutions, and professional decisions
• A positive, self-motivated and energetic team player attitude with a willingness to work independently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment while sharing experiences and knowledge with others
• Team player who enjoys learning and contributing to team goals

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:
• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Wellness Programs
  • Employee Savings Plan
  • Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team's strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.