National Trading Manager – Recyclable Plastics

National Trading Manager – Recyclable Plastics

Can you build Vanden in the US from the ground up?

Be part of something special. Join the circular economy with Vanden.

At Vanden, we’re passionate about transforming waste into a valuable commodity, buying, selling and recycling scrap plastic. Our mission: “Build the world’s largest recycled plastics commodities company”.

Since we started on our journey, back in 2005, we’ve developed a worldwide presence, serving hundreds of customers in over 50 countries. And we’ve grown a strong, talented team who are highly trained, dedicated and loyal.

We have operations and representation in Australia, Finland, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Turkey, Spain, Netherlands & UK. We operate a factory based in the UK specialising in the collection and recycling of plastic waste generated from industry and manufacturing. Now we are launching in the US market.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be the face of Vanden in the US, taking ownership and building the business from the ground up. You’ll build deep relationships with all possible suppliers, control material quality and close deals constantly. You’ll be on the road visiting clients and conducting quality inspections of scrap plastic material 3-4 days a week.

You’ll be executing deals that secure diverse, stable supplies of scrap plastic commodities generated from the Waste Management & Recycling industry. You will bring those commodities to market through Vanden’s global sales teams.

This is a purchasing side role, but it is not a simple sourcing position. It is a sophisticated commodity trading role that requires a talented business development person who can collaborate internally and externally, but also be sharply focused on product quality. Must be willing to get hands on with product inspections.

We’re not looking for the ordinary, you’ll need to be an A-player with an optimistic persistent and entrepreneurial approach, always open to giving and receiving feedback on performance.

This role is suited to an A-Player who is motivated, goal driven and wants to be part of a Values driven organisation in a growth industry. Someone who wants to build a business together and forge their own path in the process.

We look forward to seeing you

· Utilizing your business development experience, cold calling and winning new clients through your own market research.

• Using your market research and time management skills to thrive in a fast-moving environment, adapting to market conditions and prioritising clients and materials accordingly.
• Growing into the role and contributing to Vanden’s mission.
• Expanding your technical knowledge in and all-around plastic.

What we hope you’ll bring

• Significant commodity purchasing experience based ‘on the road’, exceeding financial targets, and a track record in developing a high volume of new business accounts ‘from scratch’
• A successful track record in buying commodities or products in a fast-changing market.
• Experience in successfully managing existing accounts and hunting for new ones at the same time.
• A can do entrepreneurial attitude with a high level of integrity.
• A strong ability to negotiate with customers maximising margins and closing deals.

Here’s the best things about this role

• Uncapped commission scheme – get what you put in, we reward hard work.
• Join a values driven international business: we encourage our people to be intensely curious and to challenge boundaries and ways of working, here you have a voice.
• Grow with us: we are expanding and you will be at the helm of our US Business, we will provide the resources, training and support for you to stretch yourself and learn new skills and enhance your career – you are our most valuable asset.
• Join a good cause: not only do we generate revenue we actively help to build a global circular economy.

Here’s why it is great for some but not everyone

• You will join a challenging fast paced environment that will force you out your comfort zone, and you will need to develop and build new commercial and technical skills.
• The first 6 months is intense, you will spend a lot of time learning about plastic, you will become obsessed with quality and accuracy, to be able to deliver certainty to our customers.
• You will spend a lot of time travelling and visiting customers, being the face of Vanden, a job on the road isn’t for everyone.