Turn Waste into Opportunity. Turn Ideas into Commercial Success.
Are you naturally curious? Do you enjoy solving problems, exploring new markets and spotting commercial opportunities others miss?
Maybe you've worked in new product development, commodity trading, materials brokering or recycling / rejuvenating waste materials and open-minded to new opportunities.
We're recruiting on behalf of one of the UK's most innovative circular economy businesses, helping transform recovered materials into valuable new products and revenue streams.
Reporting to the Country Manager, you'll play a key role in identifying new applications, markets and customers for recycled materials, helping shape the future of sustainable manufacturing.
As part of a successful European Group owned by one of the world's largest retail organisations, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with sister companies across Europe, sharing ideas, developing new opportunities and supporting international innovation projects.
This is a rare opportunity to make a genuine, real-world impact on sustainability while influencing commercial growth.
The Role
Every day, valuable materials are recovered that have the potential for a second life.
Your challenge is simple:
What You'll Be Doing
- Research new UK and international markets.
- Identify new commercial opportunities for recycled materials.
- Build relationships with manufacturers, processors and product developers.
- Explore innovative applications for recovered materials.
- Monitor market trends and emerging technologies.
- Support the development of new products and revenue streams.
- Work on strategic innovation projects with the Commercial Director.
About You
You'll be commercially curious, proactive and excited by solving real-world challenges.
Backgrounds could include:
- Recycling or Waste Management
- Manufacturing
- Product Development
- Sustainability
- Commodity Trading
What's On Offer?
- Company Benefits
- Exposure to UK & European markets
- Collaboration with international sister companies
- Direct support from an experienced Country Manager
- The opportunity to influence product innovation and commercial strategy
- A chance to make a genuine contribution to the circular economy
Materials Innovation Manager in Darwen employer: The People Pod
Join a leading specialist brokerage in Greater Manchester that offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, where you can thrive as a Client Director in the Transport, Haulage, and Logistics Insurance sector. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will inherit an established client portfolio while having the opportunity to shape regional strategy and lead a dedicated team. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that promotes autonomy and professional development, making this an exceptional place for ambitious insurance professionals.
