Business Development Manager – Plastics Recycling & Materials (Remote) Location: Remote (UK-wide / Versátil)

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 [email protected]

+447341890463

📌 Business Development Manager – Plastics Recycling & Materials (Remote) (Barcelona)
🏢 Astrantia Talent
📍 Barcelona