Logistics Manager

Job description

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 routes

- Managing relationships with shipping lines, forwarders, hauliers and warehouses

- Supporting shipments across North America, South America, Türkiye, Australia and Asia

- Solving urgent logistics issues quickly and commercially

- Improving margins through smarter freight buying and routing

- Providing market updates on freight trends, risks and opportunities

- Coordinating bookings, documentation and delivery performance

- Working closely with traders, suppliers and customers globally

- Helping improve systems, processes and ways of working

Requirements You’ll Be Great If You Are:

- Fluent in English is mandatory. Fluent in Mandarin or Cantonese would be an advantage.

- Strong communicator who can build relationships globally

- Commercially minded and cost-aware

- Calm under pressure and highly organised

- Excellent problem solver who moves quickly

- Comfortable challenging suppliers and negotiating rates

- Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture

- Adaptable across time zones and changing priorities

Ideal Background

- Freight forwarding

- Shipping / ocean freight

- Logistics management

- Commodity trading support

- Import / export operations

- Supply chain management

Benefits

- International exposure across multiple continents

- High-impact role directly supporting commercial success

- Autonomy and ownership from day one

- Fast-growth company with ambitious plans

- Real progression into senior logistics or commercial roles

- No two days are the same