Trading Manager Recycled Plastics UK

Trading Manager Recyclable Plastics

based in the UK, remote position

About the Business:

Present on 3 continents and trading in over 20 countries, with a recycling facility based in Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom since 2017, specialising in the collection and recycling of a variety of plastic waste from the manufacturing, packing and warehousing industries across the globe.

Ideal Profile

• A proactive communicator who enjoys building relationships and making deals.
• Target-driven and eager to develop a career in trading & sales.
• Quick-thinking, analytical, and confident in picking up the phone.
• Curious and always learning researching new customers, markets, and trends.
• A team player who collaborates to maximize sales opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Market Research & Prospecting Identifying new sales opportunities through research, networking, and outreach.
• Supporting the Sales Team Preparing and distributing material offers to customers worldwide.
• Customer Engagement Managing inbound inquiries, cold-calling prospects, and building long-term relationships.
• Data & CRM Management Keeping track of market trends, customer interactions, and sales performance.
• Negotiating & Closing Deals Learning the ins and outs of commodities trading and developing sales strategies.
• Collaborating Across Teams Working closely with sales leaders, logistics, and production teams to ensure smooth transactions.

Qualifications:

• Experience in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles (B2B preferred).
• A hunter mentalitycomfortable with outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach.
• Strong commercial awareness and a keen interest in trading, recycling, or sustainability.
• Ability to analyse data, spot trends, and think strategically.
• Exceptional communication skillsable to engage native and non-native English speakers.
• Highly organized with strong time management skills.

For more Information contact:

Jenny Böhnlein

Email: Jenny@astrantiatalent.com

Phone: +44 (0)7341 890463

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