Manager, Operations, Recycling & Hauling

Circular Action Alliance

. Lead day-to-day execution, team coordination, and performance management of CAA's open market recycling collection network across Colorado .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $135,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational program management, vendor management, and contract administration within the recycling and solid waste industry. Proven ability to lead teams, manage service provider relationships, and drive performance improvements while ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

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Operational Program ManagementVendor ManagementContract AdministrationTeam LeadershipRecycling Collection Operations

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Hard Skills

Operational EfficiencyPerformance ManagementService Level ComplianceContract NegotiationRFP SupportLogistics ManagementData AnalysisPerformance Metrics ReviewProcess ImprovementService Delivery Management

Soft Skills

Team CoordinationCoachingCommunicationProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceWorkflow AutomationsAI Technology Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

RecyclingSolid WasteEPR ProgramsService Provider NetworksOperational ReadinessCustomer Experience EnhancementsComplianceDrop-Off OperationsPerformance Improvement ActivitiesContract Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead day-to-day execution, team coordination, and performance management of CAA's open market recycling collection network across Colorado
Translate operational efficiencies into actionable workplans and lead a small team
Lead the Open Market business segment, managing timelines, risks, deliverables, implementation, service expansion, service agreement change orders, compliance, and collection performance objectives
Manage private-sector service provider relationships and operations for Open Market EPR programs
Represent CAA Colorado at service provider and industry meetings
Oversee service provider onboarding, operational readiness, service delivery, reporting, annual cost evaluation, reimbursement change orders, and service-level compliance
Review operational, contractual, reporting, and performance metrics; identify issues, trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Lead corrective action follow-up and performance improvement activities for underperforming service providers
Coordinate with legal, procurement, claims, finance, compliance, project managers, consultants, and CAA national teams
Manage collection-related implementation activities, drop-off operations, service expansion, and customer experience enhancements
Collaborate on service provider education and outreach and regulatory advancements in EPR
Support procurement, contract development, contract administration, studies, pilots, and process improvements
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, operations, sustainability, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of relevant experience in recycling, solid waste, procurement, contract administration, operational program management, vendor management, account management, or service provider operations
Demonstrated understanding of residential recycling collection operations, drop-off sites, contracted collection, service provider networks, and logistics
Experience supporting RFPs, evaluation criteria, technical and financial reviews, contract negotiation, implementation planning, and ongoing contract administration
Experience supervising or leading small teams, assigning priorities, coaching staff, and ensuring progress against deadlines and deliverables
Proficiency with workflow automations, AI, Salesforce, and back-of-house technology platforms
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record must be maintained
Ability to travel to meet with service providers, haulers, transfer stations, MRFs, drop-off sites, and other operational partners