Company Description

Cyclic Materials is one of the most exciting cleantech companies in North America.

We are addressing environmental, geopolitical, and supply chain challenges by recovering rare earth elements and other valuable materials from the difficult-to-recycle products of the modern world. We provide the market with a secure and regional supply of metals critical to the energy transition, and do so in an ethical, economic, and sustainable way.

With the global market for magnet rare earth elements forecast to increase dramatically by 2030, establishing new sources of these critical elements will be vital to support the electrification of the economy across Canada, North America, and the world.

Cyclic Materials is positioned to be a key player in developing a circular economy to support the energy transition.

Join the team in building a global recycling cleantech company.

Position Overview

As a member of the Strategic Partnerships team, you will develop partnerships and maintain relationships with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) recyclers, IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) companies and medium to large sized Tech companies, to source rare-earth bearing electronic scrap to be recycled. Your duties will encompass all things related to the purchase of our feedstock, including business development, negotiation of pricing, and volumes. You will be based in our corporate office in Downtown Toronto and may travel throughout North America periodically to meet with sellers and attend conferences. Occasional visits to the company's engineering facilities in both downtown Kingston, Ontario and Phoenix Arizona are possible. You will report to the Manager of Strategic Partnerships. When not traveling, this team works 4 days-per-week in-person in the Toronto office.

Responsibilities

• Develop new relationships with sellers of feedstock, ITAD facilities, electronics recyclers, and product manufacturers.
• Assist in the negotiation of long-term supply contracts, gathering and analyzing historical pricing information.
• Stay abreast of current market trends and competitive situations/practices to meet the needs of the operations supplied.
• Coordinate the supply requirements and timing with operations department.
• Assist in the development of external presentations, grant applications, certifications, and other documentation.
• Support internal and external audits as they relate to the responsible handling and management of electronic scrap.
• Represent the company in industry associations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Engineering or equivalent
• 1-3 years of experience in the electronic scrap industry, bonus for direct experience in the IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) industry
• Experience developing and managing relationships from lead generation through to contracting and operationalization
• Understanding of the dynamics of pricing, shipping, and availability of feedstock
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results with a respectful and inclusive style
• Ability to operate in a dynamic Startup environment, contributing outside of specific responsibilities
• Ability to develop repeatable processes and procedures to support company growth
• Familiarity with Responsible Recycling (R2), ISO 9001, 14001, & 45001 standards or adjacent compliance an asset

What we can offer you

• An impactful company improving the sustainability of critical materials production
• The opportunities of a young and fast-growing company. Your success is our success!
• Opportunities for growth and some travel
• Leadership opportunities as the company grows
• A dynamic work environment that's focused on learning with accelerated career paths
• A competitive salary package
• Health and wellness benefits

Learn more about Cyclic Materials here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEf6tR-TmAc

An Equal Opportunity employer, at Cyclic Materials, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. The more diverse we are, the richer our community and the broader our impact.

Applicants for employment in the Canada and US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States or Canada and with Cyclic Materials (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN, L1-A visa or any other non-immigrant status).

Please note that ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES will be contacted for this opportunity.