Procurement & Logistics Manager

Procurement & Logistics Manager

Oakville, ON (Hybrid)

$100,000 -$120,000k annual + Bonus

About Us

STRIVE is a specialist recruitment firm offering proactive recruitment solutions in the areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration, Manufacturing Operations, and Technology. STRIVE supports various clients from small to medium-sized enterprises to Fortune 500 organizations for their permanent, contract, and temporary recruitment needs.

The Role

We have partnered with a leading, growth-focused organization in the recycling and environmental services industry to hire a Procurement & Logistics Manager.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role responsible for the buying, selling, and movement of recyclable materials across multiple facilities. The position blends commercial strategy with day-to-day execution, requiring close coordination with logistics, operations, and external partners.

The successful candidate will bring experience in procurement, trading, or sales within recycling or related industries, along with a strong understanding of logistics, forecasting, and cost control.

You will work closely with the logistics team to schedule shipments, manage freight carriers, and ensure materials are moved efficiently and cost-effectively, while also leading contract negotiations and optimizing market opportunities.

Advantages

• Competitive annual salary of $100,000 –$120,000, based on experience
• Annual Bonus potential
• Monday to Friday, standard business hours
• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits including, vacation
• Join a stable, growing organization with a strong reputation in the recycling industry
• Be part of a business that is actively contributing to sustainability and the circular economy
• High-impact role with ownership over strategy and operations
• Opportunity to lead, influence, and grow within a collaborative team environment

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchase and sale (trading) of recyclable materials, ensuring alignment with market pricing and demand
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers, brokers, and end users
• Take ownership of logistics planning, including scheduling shipments, coordinating with carriers, and managing freight costs
• Work closely with the logistics coordinator on day-to-day shipment execution and issue resolution
• Monitor and control costs related to transportation, materials, and operations
• Develop and maintain forecasting models to support inventory flow, pricing, and supply/demand planning
• Analyze market trends to inform purchasing, sales, and logistics decisions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, customers, and logistics partners
• Resolve claims, discrepancies, and delivery issues in a timely manner
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, and sales teams

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, trading, or sales within recycling, metals, or related industries (required)
• Proven experience with hands-on logistics coordination, including scheduling shipments, managing freight carriers, and overseeing material movement
• Strong experience in contract negotiation and commercial decision-making
• Demonstrated ability in cost control and margin management
• Experience with forecasting, inventory flow, and supply/demand planning
• Solid understanding of recycling markets, pricing, and logistics operations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-accountability, hands-on environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required)
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed

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