Senior Commercial Manager -Non-Ferrous

Ward Recycling; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Ward Recycling as a Senior Commercial Manager in the Non-Ferrous division, overseeing the national purchasing network. This field-based role involves developing supplier relationships, managing pricing, and driving market development. Ideal candidates are results-driven professionals with strong industry knowledge and commercial skills, looking to grow their careers in a respected business.

Benefits

Company Phone & iPad

Private Health Care – Single Cover

23 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Bonus Scheme tailored to experience

On-the-job training in sales processes

Qualifications

• Results-driven professional with strong industry knowledge.
• Experience in commercial negotiations and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Grow non-ferrous purchasing across the UK.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships.
• Oversee supplier payments and liaise with internal teams.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Industry knowledge

Relationship management

Job description

Working From: Cardiff + Various Ward Sites (UK-Wide)
£60,000+ per annum (dependent on experience)
Car: BMW 330E
Company Phone & iPad
Bonus Scheme Tailored to Experience
Private Health Care – Single Cover
23 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Join Ward – one of the UK’s leading metal recycling and waste management companies – as a Senior Commercial Manager in our dynamic Non-Ferrous division.

We’re seeking a motivated and knowledgeable commercial professional to take responsibility for building and managing our national non-ferrous purchasing network. This is a field-based role with regular travel to our UK sites, suppliers, and partners. You’ll play a key role in developing and growing our non-ferrous tonnage, overseeing supplier pricing, and supporting operational teams across material quality and commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grow non-ferrous purchasing across the UK and increase supply to Ward sites.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships, pricing structures, and material quality standards.
• Support market development for individual grades and new business streams.
• Produce supplier pricing sheets and provide insight on market conditions.
• Oversee supplier payments and liaise with internal accounts teams.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Non-Ferrous and site teams on operational alignment.
• Manage and deliver UK-wide non-ferrous projects.
• Support the wider team through coaching and attending joint site visits.

Personal Development:

• On-the-job training in sales processes, material grading, and commercial outlets.
• Gain deep understanding of non-ferrous sales markets and material compositions.
• Ongoing support to grow within the business and develop your career pathway.

Bonus Scheme:
A competitive, role-specific bonus scheme will be created to reflect your experience and contribution.

If you’re a results-driven professional with strong industry knowledge and commercial acumen, we’d love to hear from you. Join Ward and help shape the future of non-ferrous trading.

Apply now and make your mark in a nationally respected business.

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