Sourcing Business Administrator (Cyclyx Circularity Center)

Cyclyx International Overview

Since its founding in 2020, Cyclyx has been a post-use plastic feedstock management company working with industry participants to develop innovative recycling solutions for all types of post-use plastics. The company's mission is to increase the recyclability of plastics from 10% to 90% by using Cyclyx's expertise in understanding the chemical composition of waste plastic in collaboration with industry partners to create a new, innovative supply chain.

Role Overview

We are seeking an ambitious Sourcing Business Administrator for our Cyclyx Circularity Centers. In this role, you will apply your knowledge and skills to support the growing Sourcing Team. This role requires a hands-on, knowledgeable, highly responsive team player who is a self-starter, resourceful and brings creativity and strong interpersonal skills to the organization.

Critical Conditions for Success

To ensure success, you will need extensive knowledge of business administration strategies, with a focus on task organization and the ability to effectively collaborate with others, often working on multiple projects simultaneously. A Sourcing Business Administrator will be someone whose expertise translates into effective and efficient business operations and supports the alignment of teams in the same direction to meet the company's strategic goals.

Essential Duties

• Proactively manages, coordinates, and directs business administrative tasks


• Collaborate with coworkers and other stakeholders to support cross-company business initiatives and administrative support activities


• Monitor current administrative work, ensuring the capability to meet deadlines and complete necessary tasks


• Collect feedback and analyze data to evaluate the level of success of current administrative efforts and develop new ideas and improvements to enhance business administration effectiveness


• Provides ERP and CRM support


• Effectively coordinates with various business and department channels


• Performs research and retrieves information from databases and other resources

Day-to-Day Duties

• Provides administrative support to the Cyclyx Sourcing Team


• Helps schedule and organize internal and external Sourcing meetings, helps with facilitation and gathering/distributing materials


• Drafts correspondences and other formal documents


• Data entry and report generation


• Monitor process execution, assisting where needed

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma (Associates/College Degree preferred)


• Min. 2 years' experience successfully managing similar administrative job duties and responsibilities in a role that requires a similar level of scope and responsibilities


• Highly motivated self-starter who works well with a team and independently to proactively anticipate needs of the team they support


• Highly detail-oriented and an unwavering commitment to producing work that is accurate and high-quality


• Passion for supporting the organization's mission


• Must be highly organized with an ability to multitask on high-visibility, critical tasks with fast-turnaround deadlines


• Willingness to engage (directly and virtually) in establishing rapport and develop a growing relationship with colleagues in a virtual work environment


• Fluency in understanding and utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of programs, specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams


• Excellent verbal, non-verbal and technical communication skills


• Ability to think creatively and innovatively


• Effectively applies budget-management skills and proficiency


• Consistently displays professional judgment and discretion

Personal Qualifications

• Business acumen, commitment to teamwork, and results orientation


• Works well independently but also as part of a collaborative team


• Stellar time management and problem-solving skills

Position Mechanics

Reports to: Director of Feedstock Sourcing

Type: Salary

Regular office hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm plus occasional evening and weekend work to support business as needed outside the normal business hours

Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports but manages and leads supportive administration initiatives

Location: Remote

Work environment: Home office

Travel: Limited - 10% or less

Company Benefits

Cyclyx offers a competitive benefits package which goes beyond just a paycheck. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive, company funded (up to 90% company-paid premiums) health, dental, vision and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, and much, much more. We also provide development and growth opportunities because we believe investing in your success is investing in our success. Also, working for a rapidly growing, fast-paced organization, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally and expand your network while building a rewarding and dynamic career.

Company Culture

We are committed to recruiting, developing, and retaining diverse and highly talented individuals. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, an engaging and growing culture, and a variety of opportunities for our employees' professional growth and development.

Cyclyx is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We value mutual respect and diversity in the workplace and are committed to Employment Equity and Inclusion. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees that drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and do not discriminate any applicant's status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities.