Global material solutions firm mining and processing industrial minerals like silica, clays, and olivine.
Manage sourcing strategy and purchase processes for packaging waste glass.
5 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,075 Employees
Service Specialisms
Mineral extraction
Materials supply
Sustainability services
Recycling
Technical services
Logistics
R&D and innovation
Engineering solutions
Sector Specialisms
Glass
Ceramics
Construction
Coatings
Polymers
Water Purification
Foundry
Steel
Role
Description
sourcing strategy
supplier development
market analysis
material availability
supplier retention
opportunity identification
Initiate and develop new sourcing opportunities to boost business efficiency.
Co-develop and implement an ambitious sourcing strategy for material and area in a highly competitive environment.
Number of new suppliers and develop strategies to meet changing market
Develop and maintain the availability and quality of the material with an effective and performing sourcing unit.
Keep abreast of market conditions and changes in order to revise and develop strategies to meet changing market requirements
Retain the number of existing suppliers
Requirements
3+ years
management degree
glass recycling
negotiation
problem solving
travel
Financial principles and basic understanding of logistics.
Suppliers’ sites visiting (waste management facilities), require regular travelling across the country and will include working with the complexity of business models
Basic understanding of glass recycling technologies & waste management systems.
At least 3 years of commercial or management experience in the waste management industry.
Relevant experience in glass recycling and sourcing, or other packaging recycling (paper, plastic).
Fluency in English, both verbal and written.
Willingness to travel regularly across the country for supplier site visits.
Business or Management degree.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1872
Years in Operation
The business began operations in 1872, marking its establishment in Belgium.
30+ Countries
Global Production Presence
The company operates production sites across more than 30 countries worldwide.
2024 Expansion
North American Market Entry
The company expanded into North America by acquiring Strategic Materials.
It mines and refines high-spec industrial minerals—such as silica, feldspathics, kaolin, clays, and olivine.
A leader in glass recycling, it expanded into North America by acquiring Strategic Materials in 2024.
Its minerals support industries from building and infrastructure to high-tech applications like semiconductors and smartphone screens.
Typical projects involve supplying mineral feedstock for glass, ceramics, coatings, polymers, water filters, and renewable-energy components.
Unusual fact: it processes some of the world’s most precise minerals used in smartphone displays and solar technology.
Culture + Values
Customer First: We put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
Safety: We put safety first in all of our operations.
Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency, and respect for others.
Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
Sustainability: We are committed to a sustainable future for all our stakeholders.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Goal
Net Zero Target
The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
Committed to reducing carbon footprint and energy use across operations.
Promotes circular economy principles to minimize waste and optimize resource use.
Investing in technologies and processes to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainability.
Inclusion & Diversity
Focuses on building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Has set gender diversity targets to increase the representation of women in leadership roles.
Tracks and reports gender balance regularly, with clear initiatives to improve gender equality at all levels.