Job Description:
Trading Manager Recyclable Plastics
based in Barcelona, Spain remote position
About the Business:
Present on 3 continents and trading in over 20 countries, with a recycling facility based in the United Kingdom since 2017, specialising in the collection and recycling of a variety of plastic waste from the manufacturing, packing and warehousing industries across the globe.
Ideal Profile
- A proactive communicator who enjoys building relationships and making deals.
- Target-driven and eager to develop a career in trading & sales.
- Quick-thinking, analytical, and confident in picking up the phone.
- Curious and always learning researching new customers, markets, and trends.
- A team player who collaborates to maximize sales opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Market Research & Prospecting Identifying new sales opportunities through research, networking, and outreach.
- Supporting the Sales Team Preparing and distributing material offers to customers worldwide.
- Customer Engagement Managing inbound inquiries, cold-calling prospects, and building long-term relationships.
- Data & CRM Management Keeping track of market trends, customer interactions, and sales performance.
- Negotiating & Closing Deals Learning the ins and outs of commodities trading and developing sales strategies.
- Collaborating Across Teams Working closely with sales leaders, logistics, and production teams to ensure smooth transactions.
Qualifications:
- Experience in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles (B2B preferred).
- A hunter mentality comfortable with outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach.
- Strong commercial awareness and a keen interest in trading, recycling, or sustainability.
- Ability to analyse data, spot trends, and think strategically.
- Exceptional communication skills able to engage native and non-native English speakers.
- Highly organized with strong time management skills.
For more Information contact:
Jenny Böhnlein
Email: Jennyboehnlein@astrantiatalent.com
Phone: +49 (0)176 31196980