At a Glance
- Tasks: Source and purchase WEEE materials while building strong supplier relationships.
- Company: Join a growing recycling business with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, monthly commission, pension, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy flexible working options and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact in the recycling industry while developing your negotiation skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying WEEE waste and strong negotiation abilities required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Sheffield (Remote working an option)
Industry: WEEE Recycling
We are working with a growing recycling business that is looking to appoint an experienced WEEE Waste Buyer to join their commercial team based in Sheffield. This is a key role focused on sourcing and purchasing WEEE material, developing supplier relationships, identifying new opportunities, and maximising value from electronic waste streams.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background within the WEEE recycling industry, with proven experience buying electrical waste from waste management companies, local authorities, recyclers, compliance schemes, manufacturers, or industrial suppliers.
Key Responsibilities- Source and purchase WEEE material from a variety of suppliers
- Develop and maintain relationships with waste management companies, recyclers, local authorities, manufacturers and industrial businesses
- Identify and secure new supply opportunities across the UK
- Negotiate purchasing prices and maximise commercial returns
- Manage supplier accounts and build long-term trading relationships
- Monitor market trends to remain commercially competitive
- Maintain accurate records of purchasing activity, supplier information and pricing
- Proven experience buying WEEE waste or electronic recycling materials
- Strong understanding of WEEE categories and grades
- Experience purchasing from waste management companies, recyclers, manufacturers or compliance schemes
- Knowledge of downstream recycling processes and material recovery
- Commercially minded with strong negotiation skills
- Sales focused with the ability to build and develop long-term supplier relationships
- Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
- Full UK driving licence
Salary negotiable depending on experience
Monthly commission structure
Company Pension
Company benefits package
Monday to Friday working hours
Career progression opportunities
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WEEE Waste Buyer in Sheffield employer: Aspion Search
Aspion Search is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Gateshead that fosters operational excellence and leadership development. With a strong focus on employee growth and a culture that values safety and quality, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the FMCG sector during a pivotal time for the organisation.
