MURUGAVEL M
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic Business Development and Recycling Operations Professional with 10+ years of experience in the recycling and waste management industry, specializing in material sourcing, vendor development, business growth, and end-to-end recycling operations. Strong expertise in managing recyclable material value chains including paper, plastic, metal, and industrial scrap. Proven ability to build strategic partnerships, negotiate commercial agreements, manage industrial clients, and drive sustainable business growth within circular economy and waste management sectors. Experienced in handling high-volume recycling operations, industrial waste programs, and customer relationship management across manufacturing and logistics environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
MRF Manager (Material Recovery Facility)
Saahas Waste Management Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
06.2025 - Current
- Manage Material Recovery Facility operations handling approximately 300 MT/month of recyclable and industrial waste from manufacturing facilities.
- Lead a team of 40 field staff and 2 supervisors to ensure smooth material segregation, processing, and dispatch operations.
- Coordinate with industrial clients for waste collection, segregation planning, and sustainable recycling execution.
- Drive value recovery initiatives by identifying downstream recyclers and processors for recovered materials.
- Support customer sustainability and circular economy goals through optimized waste diversion strategies.
- Ensure IMS compliance and operational excellence in accordance with ISO and environmental standards.
Manager – Business Operations & Recycling Supply Chain
Madhu Traders
Bangalore
01.2014 - 05.2025
- Led end-to-end business development and operational management of recycling and scrap trading activities across multiple recyclable categories.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with recyclers, aggregators, transporters, industrial buyers, and processing units.
- Sourced recyclable materials including paper, plastic, metal, and industrial scrap from industrial and commercial clients.
- Negotiated pricing, commercial terms, and contracts with suppliers and buyers to maximize profitability.
- Managed multi-location scrap collection operations including clients such as DHL Supply Chain India Pvt. Ltd. across various facilities.
- Conducted market analysis to monitor pricing trends, demand fluctuations, and competitor activity in recycling markets.
- Coordinated logistics, dispatch planning, and vendor scheduling for seamless execution of material movement.
- Ensured GST compliance, invoicing, and financial transaction management using Zoho Books.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication Engineering
Sri Krishna School of Engineering
01-2014
Skills
- Business Development & Revenue Growth
- Recycling Industry & Circular Economy
- Material Sourcing & Procurement
- Vendor / Buyer Relationship Management
- Contract Negotiation & Commercial Pricing
- Market Research & Pricing Analysis
- Industrial Waste Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Supply Chain & Logistics Coordination
- Sustainability & ESG Alignment
- Business Development & Sales Strategy
- Commercial Negotiation & Pricing
- Market Analysis & Industry Research
- Zoho Books / Financial Documentation
- Vendor Management / CRM
- GST Compliance / Documentation
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- Kannada
- Hindi
- Telugu
- Malayalam
Additional Highlights
- 10+ Years of Experience in Recycling & Waste Management Industry
- Strong Understanding of Recycling Value Chains and Material Flow
- Proven Track Record in Industrial Client Management
- Expertise in Building Long-Term Vendor and Buyer Relationships
- Passionate About Sustainability and Circular Economy Development
Technical Business Skills
- Business Development & Sales Strategy
- Commercial Negotiation & Pricing
- Market Analysis & Industry Research
- Zoho Books / Financial Documentation
- Vendor Management / CRM
- GST Compliance / Documentation
Timeline
MRF Manager (Material Recovery Facility)
Saahas Waste Management Pvt. Ltd.
06.2025 - Current
Manager – Business Operations & Recycling Supply Chain
Madhu Traders
01.2014 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication Engineering
Sri Krishna School of Engineering