Sr. Sourcing Specialist
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Senior Sourcing Specialist - Packaging to lead sourcing initiatives and supplier management for all packaging materials. This role will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, managing supplier performance, and driving cost savings while ensuring quality and sustainability standards are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for primary and secondary packaging materials (e.g., cartons, bottles, labels, films, etc.).
- Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage a global network of packaging suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
- Cost Optimization: Lead cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, supplier consolidation, and competitive bidding.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and service level agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Quality teams to support new product development and packaging innovation.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, raw material pricing, and supply chain risks to inform sourcing decisions.
- Sustainability: Support corporate sustainability goals by sourcing eco-friendly and recyclable packaging solutions.
- Compliance: Ensure all packaging materials comply with regulatory and company standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
- 5+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement, with a focus on packaging materials.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and sourcing tools.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
- Knowledge of packaging technologies, materials, and sustainability trends is a plus.
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