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Reports to:Western Canada Director, Post-Collection and Material RegenerationDepartment:Recycle BC OperationsDirect Reports:Manager, Material Regeneration | Senior Supervisor, Receiving Facilities | Senior Supervisor, Depots & LogisticsIndirect Reports:Field Services Specialist, Post-Collection | Logistics Specialist | Commodity Marketing SpecialistPurpose of PositionThe Director, Post-Collection leads Recycle BCs reverse supply chain in BCoverseeing how materials are transported, processed, and marketed after collection. This includes building efficient vendor partnerships, maintaining compliance, and achieving operational and environmental targets.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and execution of post-collection strategies that balance cost, efficiency, and material recovery across BC.Manage all vendor relationships within the post-collection networktransporters, processors, consolidatorsensuring service quality and compliance.Oversee and optimize post-collection logistics to ensure materials are moved and processed in alignment with program goals.Monitor the chain of custody, enforce vendor standards, conduct audits, and ensure accurate data reporting.Support the development of a commodity sales strategy that maximizes material value and prevents conflicts of interest.Work closely with the Manager, Material Services to ensure timely, accurate inbound composition audits and supply chain reporting.Lead post-collection performance reviews, focusing on continuous improvement and cost-effectiveness.Guide contract negotiations with post-collection vendors and ensure terms are clearly defined and documented.Oversee development and rollout of reporting tools, performance scorecards, and KPIs in collaboration with the Operations Support team.Contribute to Recycle BC pilot projects and special initiatives requiring post-collection services.Benchmark against industry best practices and innovations in recycling and material recovery.Collaborate on budget planning, cost studies, and waste composition analyses.Represent Recycle BC in external working groups and stakeholder meetings.Internal CollaborationAlign closely with Directors of Operations and the VP Operations on commercial agreements and reporting frameworks.Collaborate with finance, analytics, and business intelligence teams for budget planning and performance tracking.Coordinate with SK Recycles and national programs to share insights and identify synergies.External RelationshipsBuild relationships with local governments, First Nations, service providers, and industry associations.Work with EPR programs, auditors, and external consultants to align on compliance, performance, and reporting standards.Leadership & OversightSupervise a team of direct and indirect reports, overseeing recruitment, training, and performance management.Manage third-party vendors and ensure contract compliance.Monitor and report on financial performance against post-collection budget targets.QualificationsEducation:Post-secondary education in Business Administration or equivalent experience. Supply chain or procurement designation is an asset.Experience:710 years in strategic procurement, logistics, waste management, or operations.Skills & Knowledge:Strong knowledge of post-collection processing, reverse logistics, and waste/material managementStrategic procurement and contract negotiation expertiseStrong communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution skillsData-driven mindset and advanced analytical capabilitiesWorking ConditionsHybrid work arrangement with regular travel across BCFlexible hours during budgeting, audits, and planning periodsValid drivers license requiredTo apply, please submit your resume to this posting or email david.litherland@summitsearchgroup. Only qualified individuals will be contacted.Summit Search Groupis a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome applications from all candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Accommodations are available upon request for the recruitment and selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr