Material Sourcing Specialist

Salary: £Competitive and excellent company benefits

Location: Bristol

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

25 days of annual leave
Access to our company pension scheme
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What will you be doing?
Material Sourcing Specialist role is to effectively source and procure materials in alignment with the company's objectives, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, managing costs, analysing market trends, and ensuring compliance with regulations and ethical standards. The specialist also proactively identifies and sources materials to fulfil operational requirements and contribute to the company's success.
You will:

Develop and manage the sales pipeline, ensuring proper allocation of resources to support growth.
Monitor financial performance, analyse financial reports, and identify opportunities for sales optimisation and revenue growth.
Implement strategies to improve profitability and meet financial targets.
Identify potential business opportunities, develop strategic plans, and implement initiatives to expand the customer base.
Formulate effective pricing strategies and negotiate contracts with customers.
Foster relationships with key stakeholders, industry partners, and regulatory agencies to enhance business operations and market presence.
Monitor the competitive landscape and develop strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
Effectively deliver and promote succinct business related messages and strategies to future customers.

What are we looking for?

2 or more A Levels or a related field (Desirable)
Proven experience in sales and business development within the recycling industry.
Strong leadership and management skills, with prior experience in overseeing a sales team.
Additional certifications or training in sales, leadership, or supply chain management.
Knowledge of G Suite (Gmail, Sheets, Docs)

What's next?

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.
This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully