Recycling Collection Specialist (Supply Chain)- Sustainability

Summit Search Group; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Recycling Collection Specialist to enhance recycling operations across Saskatchewan. This role involves managing relationships with collection service providers, developing standardized procedures, and driving process improvements to ensure efficient recycling practices. If you are passionate about sustainability and thrive in a collaborative environment, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on community recycling efforts. Join a team committed to diversity and inclusion, and be part of a mission to improve waste management practices in the region.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations or supply chain, preferably in public/private sector.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for collection service providers and oversee operations.
• Develop standardized procedures and support project improvements.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Relationship Building

Conflict Resolution

Education

5+ years in operations, supply chain, or waste management

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Recycling Collection Specialist (Supply Chain) - Sustainability

The Position

Summit Search Group has been retained by SK Recycles on the recruitment of their newest Collections Specialist. SK Recycles is a non-profit organization responsible for managing the recycling of household packaging and paper across Saskatchewan. Working with producers, collectors, municipalities, First Nations, Métis communities, and residents, SK Recycles ensures household materials are collected from households and depots, sorted, and responsibly recycled.

Reporting to the Manager, Collection, the Collection Specialist will be the driving force behind efficient recycling collection operations across Saskatchewan. You’ll work directly with collection service providers and local partners to keep things running smoothly, ensure quality standards are met, and continuously improve processes. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships, solving problems, and making an impact.

Key Responsibilities

Collection Operations & Relationship Management:

• Act as the primary contact for collection service providers, ensuring smooth operations in designated regions.
• Oversee onboarding, service changes, and contract management for collection providers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, local governments, and Indigenous communities.
• Conduct training, site visits, and issue resolution to maintain compliance and improve efficiency.
• Monitor collection data and field reports to identify and address quality and compliance issues.
• Implement best practices to enhance operational performance and increase material recovery.

Program Development & Process Improvement:

• Develop and implement standardized procedures, tools, and templates for collection operations.
• Support the creation of vendor standards, scorecards, and reporting protocols.
• Collaborate with internal teams on communications, education materials, and public engagement.
• Lead projects that improve recycling efficiency, reduce contamination, and enhance service delivery.
• Coordinate program updates with stakeholders and manage transitions between service models.
• Occasionally represent SK Recycles at public events, conferences, and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations, supply chain, or waste management, preferably in the public/private sector.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Data Analysis Tools.

Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process.