About the job Recovered Paper Trader - East US Coast We are looking to hire aRecovered Paper TraderRemote Role - Based in the East Coast of US | Ref: UST - 1024About VIPAVIPA is a European multinational company, based in Lausanne, Switzerland, with a leading position in the global recycling and recovered material trading sectors. As our business in the US is growing, we want to expand our team in the East Coast and wish to employ a specialized commercial professional. The position can be based anywhere in the US East CoastWhy VIPA?For us, each and every team member is special and important, and this is the reason why we invest in education, training, personal and professional growth. We offer great working conditions in a multinational environment, in a dynamic and fast-growing company.Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and manage relationships with supplier and client base through face-to-face meetings, emails and telephone calls
- Procure material
- Perform inspection of material to ensure quality
- Monitor prices and market trends in order to talk intelligently to suppliers about the market procure material
- Support suppliers and clients in issues they face regarding their orders, in collaboration with the Back Office department
Qualifications & Competencies
- Experience in a similar commercial or logistics role in commodity trading sector (ideally in Recovered Paper, Plastics or Metals)
- Familiarity with the Paper and Recycling industry (especially paper mills and recycling plants)
- Strong commercial acumen / negotiation skills
- Availability for business travel
- Good numerical skills and attention to detail
- Adaptive to change, and ability to work under pressure
- Strong decision-making ability
What we offer
- Competitive salary, according to experience and qualifications
- Corporate equipment (car, laptop, mobile phone)
- Excellent working conditions in a multinational environment
- Exceptional opportunities for professional and personal development in a dynamic and fast-moving company