Business Development Manager / Metals Recycling Sector (France)

From Melt Group , we are looking for a Business Development Manager to join a leading international company within the metals recycling sector , with an established presence across European markets. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing and expanding the company's business in France , identifying new commercial opportunities and building long-term relationships with key market players.

The position is aimed at a highly commercial professional with proven experience in the metals recycling industry , strong negotiation skills and an established network of contacts within the French market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand the company's commercial activity in the French market .
• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers, customers, industrial companies and other key market players .
• Manage commercial negotiations regarding prices, volumes and contractual conditions .
• Develop and maintain a strong network of contacts within the French market.
• Analyse market trends, competitors and new business opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to increase commercial volumes and profitability .
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the correct development of commercial operations.
• Follow up on business performance, pipeline and market activity.
• Represent the company at relevant industry events, meetings and trade fairs .
• Travel regularly within France according to business requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the metals recycling industry .
• Proven experience in the commercialisation and/or trading of aluminium scrap .
• Experience managing significant volumes, ideally around 1,000 tonnes/month or more of aluminium scrap .
• Strong network of contacts within the French recycling market will be highly valued.
• Fluent French and English .
• Strong negotiation, communication and business development skills.
• Highly commercial, proactive and autonomous profile.
• Willingness to travel regularly within France .
• Availability to visit the company's central office in Spain approximately once a month .
• Ability to work in an international environment.

What do we offer?

• Competitive salary , according to experience.
• Company car .
• Long-term employment opportunity.
• International environment with significant autonomy and responsibility.
• Opportunity to play a key role in the development of the French market .