Business Development Manager – Plastics Recycling & Materials (Remote)

Business Development Manager – Plastics Recycling & Materials (Remote)

Location: Remote (UK-wide / Flexible)

The Opportunity

Astrantia Talent is partnering with a growing organisation in the plastics recycling and materials sector to appoint a high-performing Business Development Manager .

This is a fully remote, commercially focused role with a national remit, giving you the autonomy to develop business across the UK (and potentially wider markets).

The position is centred on new business generation , strategic account development, and driving revenue growth across plastic and polymer waste streams.

You'll work with clients across industries such as manufacturing, packaging, FMCG, automotive, and industrial sectors , helping them optimise waste streams and create value from recyclable materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive new business acquisition across plastics and recyclable material streams
• Build, manage, and convert a strong national pipeline of opportunities
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders across target industries
• Identify high-value material streams (e.g. HDPE, LDPE, PET, PP, films, regrind ) and create commercial solutions
• Negotiate and close long-term, high-value supply and offtake agreements
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding and service delivery
• Stay ahead of market trends, pricing movements, and competitor activity
• Represent the business at client meetings, industry events, and trade shows

About You

• Proven success in a business development / sales role within plastics, recycling, or waste management
• Strong understanding of polymers, plastic grades, and recycling processes
• Experience selling into sectors such as manufacturing, packaging, FMCG, or industrials
• A proactive hunter with a consistent track record of winning new business
• Strong commercial acumen and confident negotiation skills
• Existing industry network (highly advantageous)
• Self-driven and comfortable working remotely with national coverage

For more information contact

Jenny Böhnlein

jenny@astrantiatalent.com

+447341890463