About this role
About the Company
Our client is a progressive global plastic recycling business with three distinct divisions: (1) Plastic Recycling; (2) Recycled Supply Chain Management; and (3) Recycled & Waste Plastic Feedstock. Their expert global team combine impressive technical knowledge and capability with a passion for recycling and the circular economy. Our client is passionate about transforming waste into a valuable commodity, buying, selling and recycling scrap plastic.
Since our client started on their journey in 2005, they have developed a worldwide presence, serving hundreds of customers in over 50 countries. They have grown a strong, talented team who are highly trained, dedicated and loyal. They are headquartered in Hong Kong with operations and representation in Australia, Finland, Ireland, Turkey, Spain, Netherlands & UK. They operate a factory based in the UK specialising in the collection and recycling of plastic waste generated from industry and manufacturing.
About the role You will act as a key partner to our commercial teams by creating logistics solutions that help profitable deals happen.
You’ll be responsible for:
Securing the most competitive freight rates across global routesManaging relationships with shipping lines, forwarders, hauliers and warehousesSupporting shipments across North America, South America, Türkiye, Australia and AsiaSolving urgent logistics issues quickly and commerciallyImproving margins through smarter freight buying and routingProviding market updates on freight trends, risks and opportunitiesCoordinating bookings, documentation and delivery performanceWorking closely with traders, suppliers and customers globallyHelping improve systems, processes and ways of workingRequirements
You’ll Be Great If You Are:
Fluent in English and Mandarin or Cantonese Strong communicator who can build relationships globallyCommercially minded and cost-awareCalm under pressure and highly organisedExcellent problem solver who moves quicklyComfortable challenging suppliers and negotiating ratesDetail-oriented but able to see the bigger pictureAdaptable across time zones and changing priorities
Ideal Background
Freight forwardingShipping / ocean freightLogistics managementCommodity trading supportImport / export operationsSupply chain managementBenefits
International exposure across multiple continentsHigh-impact role directly supporting commercial successAutonomy and ownership from day oneFast-growth company with ambitious plansReal progression into senior logistics or commercial rolesNo two days are the same