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Procurement & Supply Chain
Procuring value for our business.
Gerdau's Procurement & Supply Chain team sources materials and services, partnering with our internal teams to ensure we get exactly what we need when we need it at the right price. We build strong supplier relationships and prioritize value to optimize our supply chain and provide support to our locations.
Career Paths
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Whether you take the typical career path or explore different areas along the way, Gerdau offers many opportunities to grow, learn, and develop in your career. Job opportunities in our Procurement & Supply Chain department include: direct and indirect services, commodities, CAPEX, metals recycling, and more.
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Metals Recycling Supervisor Guelph
Job Summary
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Oversee the activities of the Recycling yard personnel and coordinate multiple tasks for the purpose of collecting & sorting scrap into various grades, and coordinating with Sales & Purchasing the transfer of sorted material to customers (internal & external). The basic function of this position is to ensure that operating personnel perform their duties in order to fulfill the requirements of their job duties pertaining to the Recycling yard operations in a safe and timely manner.
Nature and Scope
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This position reports to the Division Manager, and is responsible for overseeing the activities of movement of scrap through out the operation, as well as training, testing and auditing of the Recycling Yard Operators. The Supervisor will assist in the development of standard operating procedures used by Recycling personnel to fulfill their position duties. The majority of the standards developed will be safely moving traffic and products throughout the Yard. The Recycling Yard Supervisor will work with a variety of outside sources and must be able to interact with other Recycling Yard location personnel, Regional Managers, Customers and Scrap Suppliers. The incumbent should have a working knowledge of scrap and metal grades and must know the different types of steel scrap that is charged into the furnace and the quality requirements in order to make quality finished products. The Recycling Supervisor will be responsible to ensure the proper recording of weight of incoming scrap and outgoing finished product to ensure proper acknowledgement of receivables as well as shipments for proper payment.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Supervise scrap yard personnel for the proper placement of scrap cars and trucks within the Yard safely.
- Responsible for the organization of incoming and outgoing scrap.
- Responsible for the diagnosis and subsequent solution of equipment breakdown problems.
- Responsible for proper operation and utilization of equipment to prevent damage and minimize repair.
- Responsible for initiating, writing, training and auditing personnel on procedures for the Scrap Yard.
- Responsible for the scheduling of personnel, work hours reported by the people, and documentation of any oral or written disciplinary action required.
- Coordinates with Traffic, and Sales & Purchasing Department to coordinate the timely loading/unloading trucks. In addition, duties may include scheduling overtime to work additional hours to unload customers with scrap.
- Responsible for working with the scrap inspector for the proper inspection of incoming scrap by truck. The final decision of either accepting or rejecting incoming scrap will be made.
- Responsible for leading team activities to accomplish improvement goals including facilitating crew meetings.
- Responsible for Departmental housekeeping.
The Individual:
- University Degree plus 2-3 years related work experience or 5-7 years experience in the Scrap Metal industry
- Excellent communication skills are a necessity to interface with customers, scrap suppliers and personnel.
- Working knowledge of scrap and metal grades and must know the different types of steel scrap
Salary & Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Pension/RSP plan
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
2025 Engineering Leadership Development Program
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
About Us:
Gerdau is a major steel manufacturing company, operating in 10 countries and employing over 30,000 individuals. The North American business divisions (Gerdau Long Steel North America and Gerdau Specialty Steel North America) produce long and special steel products for the agriculture, energy, industrial, automotive and manufacturing markets. We stimulate the economy through our network of recycling operations and mills, operating ten mills in the U.S. and three in Canada. Our mills utilize efficient and clean production practices, including the use of electric arc furnace (EAF) technology. The use of this technology and its process makes our steel one of the greenest choices available.
G.Future: Gerdau’s Next Generation of Leaders
• To invest in our junior talent, Gerdau proudly offers G.Future, a program designed to develop future leaders for the company. As members of this leadership program, participants will be put through an intensive 18-month program that utilizes on-the-job learning, classroom training, coaching and ongoing mentorship from various leaders to shape the G.Futures into our future managerial and technical leaders.
Some of the experiences of this program include:
• G.Futures will be responsible for solving large- and small-scale problems. Examples include: Creating Mechanical components/assembly drawing(s), proposing business methods to optimize product output and redirect process prioritization to improve current production standards.
• Work as a leader managing the strategic implementation for overall business goals.
• G.Future also offers a Mentorship Program, a unique feature designed to help participants build a successful career. Your mentor will be a seasoned professional within the company who will facilitate your integration with Gerdau, help you understand Gerdau’s values and business culture and streamline your training by providing you technical knowledge and business vision.
• Visit our customers and suppliers to gain In-depth knowledge of our business from beginning to end.
• Gain a holistic view and acumen of the industry by working with each level of Gerdau North America, as well as travel to various destinations throughout the US and Canada.
• Further your development by interacting with other G.Futures from across North America while tackling some of the organization’s biggest challenges.
• Grow a set of managerial, interpersonal, analytical, and technical skills
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering
- Material Sciences/Metallurgy
- Or other applicable degree
- Bachelor's graduate from within the past 3 years, or expected to graduate by Summer 2025, December 2024
- Record of high academic achievement (Minimum GPA 2.5, preferred GPA 3.0 or above)
- Preference for a degree related internship experience
- A maximum of 3 years full-time work experience
- Well-rounded applicants with leadership roles in student organizations or extra-curricular activities
- A high learning agility and willingness to adapt and develop continuously
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment
- Ability to travel to various locations within the United States and Canada during the length of the program
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Hybrid Regional Sales Rep I
Midlothian, Texas, United States
Texas
76065
BASIC FUNCTION (Primary Purpose):
This jobs primary function is to build relationships with customers and help support the sale of Gerdau product(s) to our customers (i.e., revenue generation)
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
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50%
30% | Prospects new & existing business – may identify opportunities for Outside Sales to directly interact or visit with customers as needed. Existing –calls on C, D (generally) customers to solicit for new business (new growth and organic growth), coordinate sales for outside sales calls. Call on customers who are below plan and proactively look for opportunites to upsell or sell to customers to include cold calling brand new customers. New – ID brand new opportunities Qualifies (who is your current supplier; are they getting their steel from service center – conflict of interest) Will be assigned customers and/or territory and be accountable to meet a defined quota/sales goal. Building a joint forecast with Outside sales representative, Planning which customers to call on and where to focus time and efforts, ID how much customers can buy and should buy. Partnership between Outside and Inside sales representatives to effectively manage customers and selling opportunities |
5% | Generate weekly sales call reports – manage sales according to plan, track sales calls and follow up with customers |
5% | Participate in regular meetings |
10% | Collaborate with the Sales Manager, Inside Sales, Customer Service, Fulfillment, Marketing and other groups to ensure customers are receiving superior customer service and have the product availability in the timeframe and quantities as negotiated. |
Scope (brief description)
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This position is responsible for generating revenue by soliciting and obtaining orders from customers (both existing and potential). This position has direct responsibility for Inside Sales to include inbound and outbound sales calls.This position will have established sales goals/quotas (volume, forecast accuracy) to attain within his/her territory. The approximate size/volume of territory is greater than 10,000 tons per month. The mix of customers and tons can vary greatly from territory to territory and product to product.
Qualifications and Educational requirement(s):
Two or more years of sales experience and a four year degree from an accredited college or university
Preferred experience in the following industries (not required): 1. Steel, 2. Metals Manufacturing, 3. Commodities pertaining to the steel industry, 4. Metals Distribution/Service Centers, 5. General Manufacturing (industrial, car).
Preferred degree in the following areas (not required): 1. Business with Sales and Marketing emphasis, 2. Engineering or Material sciences
Minimal to moderate travel is required –estimated at 2 to 5 overnights per month.
This role will be sitting at our Midlothian, TX facility.
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Capex Engineer - Steel Mill
Jackson, Tennessee, United States
Tennessee
38305
About Us
Gerdau is the leading company in the production of long steel in the Americas and one of the major suppliers of specialty long steel in the world. With more than 45,000 employees, Gerdau has an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel and it is the largest recycler in Latin America, and around the world, it transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year.
Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.
Gerdau Special Steel North America is an engineered bar producer headquartered in Jackson, Michigan with world-class steel manufacturing mills in Jackson, Michigan, Monroe Michigan, and Fort Smith, Arkansas, and metal processing facilities in Huntington, Indiana, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, Lansing, Michigan, Canton, Ohio, and North Vernon, Indiana.
With engineered steel bar producing capabilities in North America, Europe, Brazil, and soon to be India, the Gerdau Special Steel group is the largest supplier of SBQ engineered steel bars to the global automotive and heavy truck industries.
Seeking experienced Engineer III or IV, with extensive hands-on skills in implementing mechanical, electrical or automation projects. Candidate will report to the Engineering Manager and will work closely with operational units in a steel mill environment. Position will include developing and managing capital expense projects (CAPEX) from inception to completion. The candidate will support process optimization efforts throughout the facility. Ideal candidate should have hands-on experience troubleshooting technical issues related to industrial and manufacturing equipment. This position requires a strong understanding of safety policies and standards that are applicable for industrial operations. The Engineer will be leading and participating in many team orientated work groups. The candidate is to be process-oriented and can adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment. Strong leadership, communications, data collection and presentation skills are required.
GENERAL JOB FUNCTION
- Provide Technical Support for Operations
- Work closely with leaders on Operational Improvements
- Trouble Shooting of Existing Equipment and Processes
- Assist and Participate in Improvement Activities
- Coordination of Schedules During Outage Periods
- Actively involved in Safety Teams and Improvements
- Implement Best Practices
- Assist with the Annual Action Planning
- Project Planning
- Utilize Project Teams to Define the Information for Projects
- Prepare Technical Studies for CAPEX Project Plans
- Scope of Work Definition and Implementation Planning
- Schedule for Project
- Project Cost and Benefit Analysis
- Preliminary Studies for Project Planning (PS)
- Submit Selected Project Plans for Approval of Investment (PAI)
- Drawing and Document Management for Projects
- Project Closure (AVI)
- Project Implementation
- Completely Responsible of Project Scope, Schedule and Budget
- Utilize Project Team’s Skills for a Successful Project
- Design of Equipment, Facilities and Processes
- Develop Technical Bid Packages for Equipment Fabrication
- Develop Technical Bid Packages for Facility and Utilities
- Selection of Equipment and Construction Companies to perform work
- Coordinate with Procurement to issue Purchase Orders and Contracts
- Work with Operations to Modify Processes Impacted by Project
- Installation of Equipment, Facilities and Utilities
- Commissioning of Equipment, Facilities and Utilities
- Verify and Report Project Function, Quality and Benefits
- Finalization of Project Documentation and Drawings
- Capex Portfolio Planning
- Coordinate with Operations on Short and Long Term Project Needs
- Organize Project Priorities by Criticality and Benefit Calculations
- Investigate New Technologies and Best Practices and Incorporate into Project Plans
- Align Capex Projects with Yearly PEX Plans
- Determine Portfolio Implementation Schedule
- Prepare 3 – 5 year Capex Plan for Departments
- Present Portfolio Plan to Management for Approval and Planning
QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION
- Bachelor of Science Degree in: Electrical Engineering
- 5 -8 Years of Industrial, Hands-On Experience
- Bachelor of Science Degree (Preferred)
- Project Management Skills in Completing Complex Projects
- PMP Certification (optional)
- Specialist in at least (1) Engineering Field
- Basic Auto-Cad and Layout Skills
- Knowledgeable in Industrial Safety and Construction Methods
- Microsoft Project Schedule
- Efficient in all Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc…
GENERAL
Domestic and Overseas Travel may be required. Frequency and duration of travel is dependent on the project requirements. Extended working hours required during travel and critical project phases.
Salary & Benefits
- Medical and Prescription
- Dental
- Vision
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 401K
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
Application Process
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866) 788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com.
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Why you'll love it here
Do you love technical challenges and working with large complex equipment? Are you detail-oriented and want to learn? Join us in Selkirk Manitoba on our path to cultural and digital transformation to build the future.
About Gerdau
Gerdau is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod. Gerdau is one of the largest recyclers in the world. Each year, we transform millions of tons of scrap into steel that is used to build the future.
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The ideal candidate will:
-Be able to work 12 hour shifts rotating days/nights (continental style schedule)
-Work 40 - 42 hours per week with a pay rate of $36.33/hour
-Learn more senior positions within department and provide relief for absences
-Advance to more responsible positions based on seniority
Qualifications:
- This position requires physical labour, standing all day and being exposed to outside temperatures
- Experience working in a manufacturing setting
- Experience working with mobile equipment
- Ability to operate an overhead crane would be considered an asset
- Abiltiy to work in a team environment
- Minimum Grade 12 diploma (or GED)
- Possesses excellent communication and strong math skills, has a high attention to detail and has a good work eithic
Additional Incentives:
Gerdau offers excellent benefits including:
- Health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and life/accidental life insurance
- RRSP with company matching
- Employee Assistance Program
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Manufacturing Technician
Lancaster, South Carolina, United States
South Carolina
29720
Manufacturing Technician - Lancaster, SC
Are you looking for a new career that offers challenges and the opportunity to learn new skills and promotions? Do you like operating heavy equipment, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and working with your hands? Join Gerdau as we build the future!
Competitive pay $52000 - $62000 / year. Benefits start immediately.
We Have:
- A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
- A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
- An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
- A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
- Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
- 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
- Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Health Advocate Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Career Path System and Training
- An empowering and open culture with the opportunity to grow and create
Your Qualifications:
- A high school diploma or GED
- Basic math skills
- One year of industrial experience
- Flexibility to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Mechanically inclined
- Ability to work from 6pm to 6am. Monday thru Friday and an occasional Saturday
- Desire to learn
Your Purpose:
You will be performing a limited variety of highly repetitive duties to load and secure steel rail spike products into railroad gondola cars, boxcars, or truck trailers for shipment to customer location. You will assist in servicing production lines and transfer finished products to temporary storage locations or dock loading platform.
Your Work:
- Operate a forklift to transfer finished products from the production line and secure with steel banding or shrink-wrap material to palletize product for shipment.
- Move palletized material to a temporary storage inspection station or loading dock.
- Disengage rail car mover lever to position boxcar or gondola into the loading position.
- Prepare a rail car or other specified vehicles to receive the product for shipment. Attach steel strapping material to boxcar interior walls in accordance with standard operating procedures and methods. Ship product palletized or loose as per customer order.
- Operate forklift, or handheld, push-button pendant crane, with or without magnet, to load specified product into the proper vehicle.
- Operate a forklift or pendant crane to unload incoming steel and machine shop supplies, pallets, empty kegs, and steel banding strips. Place supply items at the proper storage locations. Distribute pallets to the production line staging area.
- Check and verify steel heat and bundle numbers, weight, and carbon content as indicated on the shipping invoice; check off an item or indicate shortages and forward to office personnel for processing.
- Operate forklift to empty scrap buckets and return to the production line.
- As directed, assist on the production line as a relief person.
Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status..
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com
Regional Energy Manager
Tampa, Florida, United States
Florida
33607
BASIC FUNCTION:
This position is responsible for energy and related supply/services procurement for a region of Gerdau North American facilities.
DIMENSIONS:
1. Number of locations: 3-5 locations, as required
2. Annual purchases: $50 Million-$100 Million
3. Employees supervised: Contracted consultants, attorneys, lobbyists, as required
DESCRIPTION:
The Regional Energy Manager is responsible for securing and maintaining competitive arrangements for the supply of electricity, natural gas, industrial gases, and similar supply/services necessary to meet the energy requirements of the Company.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must possess a broad knowledge of:
- energy purchasing
- utility regulation
- organized and commodity markets
- accounting procedures
- steel manufacturing energy uses and costs
- supply sources, including renewables
Additionally, the candidate must have a:
- four-year undergraduate degree or more
- minimum of five years of relevant work experience (10 years preferable)
The candidate must be able to:
- communicate, negotiate, and advocate effectively
- have strong analytical, modeling and computer skills (MS Office Suite)
- work remotely in an effective manner
- travel as required
JOB TITLE: Regional Energy Manager JOB NUMBER
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NATURE & SCOPE:
Plant Operations:
The Regional Energy Manager (REM) supplies energy for several mills within a broad geographical region and serves as a resource for plant management for energy forecasts, communication, and collaboration regarding commercial aspects of energy supply. The successful candidate will:
- consult with plant management/users to adequately meet operational needs;
- analyze, develop and implement effective procurement strategies;
- ensure effective implementation of supply arrangements and efficient use of resources;
- identify and pursue improvement opportunities; and
- ensure compliance with established risk management, accounting, and related policies/procedures.
Procurement and Vendor Relations:
The Regional Energy Manager develops and maintains effective business and professional contacts to keep abreast of market conditions, opportunities, and trends while developing supply sources and maintaining favorable vendor relations. In this position, the REM will:
- prepare requests for proposals and contracts;
- create studies of relevant issues and forecasts;
- maintain adequate files and records to compile periodic reports;
- analyze business unit consumption and requirements for energy-related supplies;
- plan purchases to take advantage of emerging market opportunities, meet inventory goals, and anticipate market conditions within established limits of authority;
- obtain competitive bids as required; and
- negotiate major supply arrangements under the general direction of the Director of Energy.
Advocacy:
The Regional Energy Manager serves as the Company’s representative in commercial, regulatory, and governmental activities necessary to protect and further the interests of Gerdau in areas related to energy. In this position, the REM will:
- represent the Company’s interests in local, state/provincial, and national regulatory and legislative arenas;
- work with associations to advocate for improved energy policy for manufacturers;
- work with professionals, consulting resources, and counsel to secure specialized assistance as required, subject to approved budget.
JOB TITLE: Regional Energy Manager JOB NUMBER
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PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
1. Establish effective and competitive energy supply arrangements for regional area.
2. Monitor and maintain up-to-date intelligence in relevant energy markets and identify opportunities.
3. Develop competitive supply sources and maintain favorable vendor relations.
4. Cooperate with plant management to facilitate communication regarding energy needs and ensure efficiency and effectiveness of commercial arrangements.
5. Recommend, initiate, and carry out company policies and programs.
6. Effectively represent company interests in regulatory and political environments.
7. Comply with corporate risk management policies regarding energy matters.
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