Vice President, Materials Management

Heritage - Crystal Clean LLC•Hoffman Estates, IL

2d•$185,000 - $225,000

About The Position

This position is responsible waste approvals and for developing and implementing a materials management strategy to dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, either internally or externally, in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible. Essential Functions Understand business - Develop a deep understanding of Crystal-Clean’s business and the needs of its various functions related to waste disposal & transportation lanes Establish and maintain cost-efficient network of outlets for waste - Drive companywide lower disposal costs by maintaining relationships within the industry and negotiating contracts to provide preferential alternatives. Collaborate with internal stakeholders/managers – Develop an effective working relationship with managers throughout the organization to facilitate and negotiate effective strategic sourcing of disposal outlets Relationship management - Develop and maintain strong relationships with disposal/recycling outlets and provide direct interface with the outlets Optionality of outlets / diversity - Assess, manage and mitigate risks to ensure optionality (by sourcing alternative, cost-effective locations). Efficient transportation – Work with stakeholders to develop and maintain efficient transportation lanes Waste approvals - Oversee a waste approvals team to profile waste into internal and external outlets and resolution of all non-conforming material Bid support- Support sales and the bidding process providing cost-effective treatment and disposal alternatives Pricing/cost models - Build and manage pricing/cost models to ensure margin expectations are met KPI’s - Develop track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Deep knowledge of waste disposal outlets and vendors
Understanding of waste chemistry and related treatment options
Strong competence in negotiation and networking
Deep knowledge of established regulations including DOT, RCRA, and other regulatory compliance requirements
Adheres to established schedules and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Excellent negotiation skills
Present a positive image of Cystal Clean to fellow employees, external contacts, the public
Bachelor’s degree preferred in related field or equivalent work experience.
Over 10 years in the hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal/management industry with direct involvement in disposal activities
Work experience that includes the use of analytical skills with reference to evaluation of purchasing and cost data, development of trends, systems operations and expense control efforts
Experienced in operating in a regulated environment

Responsibilities

Develop a deep understanding of Crystal-Clean’s business and the needs of its various functions related to waste disposal & transportation lanes
Drive companywide lower disposal costs by maintaining relationships within the industry and negotiating contracts to provide preferential alternatives.
Develop an effective working relationship with managers throughout the organization to facilitate and negotiate effective strategic sourcing of disposal outlets
Develop and maintain strong relationships with disposal/recycling outlets and provide direct interface with the outlets
Assess, manage and mitigate risks to ensure optionality (by sourcing alternative, cost-effective locations).
Work with stakeholders to develop and maintain efficient transportation lanes
Oversee a waste approvals team to profile waste into internal and external outlets and resolution of all non-conforming material
Support sales and the bidding process providing cost-effective treatment and disposal alternatives
Build and manage pricing/cost models to ensure margin expectations are met
Develop track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.