Commercial Buyer and Trader

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Commercial Buyer & Trader to join their team. This exciting role involves developing supplier relationships and negotiating purchases of waste plastic materials, primarily in the South of England. The successful candidate will travel extensively, requiring a flexible approach to working hours and a full UK driving license. In return, the company offers a competitive salary, structured commission, generous travel expenses, and a company car. This is a fantastic opportunity for career growth within a fast-paced, expanding business dedicated to sustainability.

Benefits

Company car

Generous travel expenses

Commission structure

Qualifications

• Solid commercial experience, preferably in waste management.
• Ability to negotiate purchases and resolve logistical issues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop supplier relationships in the South of England.
• Negotiate the purchase of waste plastic materials.

Skills

Commercial experience

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Logistical problem solving

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Job description

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Commercial Buyer & Trader

Competitive salary with commission structure

Location: South of England with EU travel

Allen & York are delighted to be working with one of the UK's top 10 recyclers of waste plastic materials. Sourcing its raw materials from across Ireland and Great Britain, our client services the waste plastic needs of medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, warehousing and distribution facilities, and waste management companies.

Due to ongoing expansion, our client is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic Commercial Buyer & Trader to join the established team in this fast-paced role. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and developing supplier relationships, mainly in the South of England, and negotiating the purchase of waste plastic materials.

Requirements include solid commercial experience, preferably in the waste management/environmental service sector, and skills in establishing, developing, and nurturing relationships with suppliers. The ability to inspect and assess plastic materials, negotiate purchases, and resolve logistical issues is essential. The candidate should be an excellent communicator, highly organized, and capable of managing and prioritizing tasks effectively.

This role involves extensive travel, being away from home 1-2 nights per week. A full UK driving license and a flexible approach to working hours are required.

In return, the successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, structured commission, generous travel expenses, and a company car. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing business with potential for career growth.

Interested?

Apply now by clicking the apply button or email Sean at [emailprotected] for more information or to arrange a confidential chat.

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