Commercial Assistant

Countrystyle Recycling; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Assistant to support their dynamic team in the waste management sector. This role involves assisting with the planning and implementation of strategies for producing fuels and managing logistics for recyclables. The successful candidate will compile KPI reports, handle customer bookings, and ensure compliance with waste regulations. With a focus on detail and effective communication, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainability efforts in the UK and Europe. Join a forward-thinking company that values employee wellbeing and offers a range of benefits.

Benefits

Life Insurance with GP24 access

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company events

GymFlex salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Experience in operations or similar environments.

Responsibilities

• Compile KPI reports for various contracts detailing loads and weights.
• Manage site traffic via the weighbridge ensuring compliance.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Work Independently

Prioritization

Operations Experience

Customer Service Experience

Multi-functional Administration

GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent

Education

GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent

Tools

AMCS Software

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Assistant

Location: Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours

About Us

Countrystyle Recycling operates the largest independent fleet of modern waste management vehicles in Kent, London, and the South East. Our fleet includes dustcarts, skip trucks, hook loaders, and bulk haulage lorries.

About The Role

The role involves supporting the Commercial team in planning, developing, and implementing strategies for producing various fuels for EfW and biomass plants in the UK and Europe, as well as recycled gypsum powder. The position also includes providing cover for the Ridham weighbridge operation as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Compile weekly and monthly KPI reports for KCC, Suffolk, and Kingston contracts, detailing loads sent, sources, weights, and quality.
2. Assist with raising TFS Regulation pre-notifications to meet regulatory and stock management requirements.
3. Ensure pre-notifications are accurate, timely, and properly communicated to regulators.
4. Take bookings from internal and external customers for recyclate load movements.
5. Organize logistics for brokered recyclables loads.
6. Book loads with recyclate processing customers, securing references and circulating information.
7. Raise and reconcile purchase orders, sales, and purchase invoices.
8. Assist with recyclable rebates and annual price reviews.
9. Compile quarterly waste returns for the Environment Agency.
10. Support forecasting of incoming and outgoing tonnage with the Fuel Resourcing Manager and Waste Output Manager.
11. Manage site traffic via the weighbridge, ensuring compliance with site permit conditions.
12. Record weights and waste types accurately, complete documentation, and ensure compliance with waste regulations.
13. Report contamination or non-conforming waste immediately.
14. Distribute site rules and guidance to weighbridge customers.
15. Adhere to health and safety policies, report unsafe conditions, and cooperate with management systems.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook (intermediate level)
• Ability to prioritize workload effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in operations or similar environment
• Experience in multi-functional administration roles
• Experience dealing with customers and service providers
• GCSE Grade A-C or equivalent

Desirable Skills

• Experience using AMCS software
• Previous experience in the waste industry

Benefits

• Life Insurance with GP24 access
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company events
• GymFlex salary sacrifice

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Candidates with experience or relevant titles such as; Commercial Project Coordinator, Project Management, Project Administrator, Operations Administrator, Operations Assistant, Operations Admin, Logistics Planning, or Logistics Coordinator may also be considered.