Manager, Collection and Sorting

Tetra Pak; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food packaging company in the UK is seeking a Collection and Sorting Manager to drive the development of collection and sorting models for packaging waste. You will oversee projects ensuring alignment with regulations, develop business cases, and maintain stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate brings 8-10 years of experience in waste management and a strong background in project management. This role offers competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Development and training opportunities

Culture of innovation

Market competitive compensation

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in waste management, circular economy, or recycling roles.
• Solid knowledge of the waste management sector and operational/models.
• Proven experience in project management within environmental services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support projects on waste collection and sorting systems.
• Develop business cases to support strategic decisions using financial modelling.
• Use advanced Excel to assist data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Waste management

Circular economy

Recycling supply chains

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Excel skills

Tools

Advanced Excel

Job description

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

Within Tetra Pak’s global Sustainability Operations team, which leads the companies Collection and Recycling strategy and supports markets on developing effective plans and business models, we are looking for a high performing circular economy or waste management professional to deliver a global step change in collection & sorting of liquid packaging cartons. You will work as part of a broad team of passionate packaging sustainability experts.

The role holder – Collection and Sorting Manager – will play a central role in the development and deployment of effective collection and sorting models across key markets – including EPR, DRS and voluntary models. The role holder will also lead on external partnership forums and the research and development of new sorting technologies.

What you will do

• Lead and support projects on the ground related to packaging waste collection and sorting systems and technologies, ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks and business objectives
• Develop business cases and models to support strategic decisions, including excel/financial modelling and scenario analyses
• Use advanced Excel/other tools to support data-driven decision-making
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across industry and value chain. Represent Tetra Pak on global and technical external forums / coalitions which support the roll out of collection and sorting infrastructure
• Identify and work with sorting technology partners and initiatives to assess system capabilities, identify innovation opportunities, and support infrastructure planning
• Create/update toolkits to support markets on implementation – informal and formal collection models – in collaboration with CA in markets where policy drivers are critical
• Create and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across industry and value chain
• Participate in evaluation of new business models to ensure step change in collection and recycling of liquid packaging cartons

We believe you have

• 8-10 years experience in waste management, circular economy, recycling related roles
• Strong understanding of recycling supply chains, Extended Producer Responsibility and Deposit Return Schemes, including working with or for packaging recovery organisations
• Solid knowledge of the waste management sector, including operational and commercial models
• Proven experience in project management, ideally within environmental services, sustainability, or public policy
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience in turning strategy into action
• Strong Excel skills, including financial modelling and data analysis.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of packaging and packaging waste policy / issues
• Excellent organisational skills, with a proficiency for strategic planning and continuous improvement
• Fluency in English is a must; additional languages are a plus

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.

This job posting expires on 11th January

To know more about the position contact hiring manager, Rory Edward Cronin.

If you have any questions about your application, please contact Adriana Giacci.

For those who apply from Sweden, for trade union information contact Unionen Lisbeth Larsson at [phone] and Sveriges Ingenjörer Lars Haraldsson at [phone]

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.