Waste Sourcing Specialist

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation. 

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value. 

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

About role:

The experienced Waste Sourcing Manager will actively focus on sourcing end-of-life Polycarbonate (PC) waste in China to feed into Trinseo’s recycling initiatives in Asia. The manager will use his/her existing network for sourcing and unlock new competitive waste sources for Trinseo’s recycling plant. Frequent travel, dynamic engagement, and strategic relationship building are key components of this impactful role enabling circularity of Polycarbonate.

• Proactively identify, secure, and manage new sources of Polycarbonate (PC) waste in the Shanghai region and beyond. - 40%
• Proactively identify, secure, and manage new sources of Polycarbonate (PC) waste in the Shanghai region and beyond. - 20%
• Regular travel within the region to establish new contacts, maintain relationships, and understand local market dynamics. - 20%
• Collaborate with internal recycling operations teams to ensure alignment between waste sourcing strategies and plant capacities. - 10%
• Represent Trinseo’s circular economy goals externally, enhancing the company's sustainability image. - 10%

Minimum Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering. 

Minimum Experience:

• 5 years in recycling business

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Large network in recycling industry
• Dynamic personality with strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Innovative, creative thinker capable of addressing challenges and finding novel sourcing solutions.
• Excel skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, proactive approach with a high degree of initiative.
• Excellent communication skills in both Mandarin Chinese and English.
• Enthusiasm for frequent regional travel and external engagement.

Equity and Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.  We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.