Strategic Sourcing Manager | Packaging
Charlotte, NC
A leading materials science manufacturer is currently seeking a qualified individual for a Strategic Sourcing Manager role in the Packaging Division. This role will develop and drive procurement strategies, bring cost-effective procurement to the business, and play a key role in the packaging and procurement functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver the training, tools, and opportunities needed to create innovative solutions for the function and corporation
- Develop and implement sub-category strategies for multiple divisions/sites
- Cost optimization
- Develop and/or assisting with Strategic Sourcing plans, strategies, and objectives
- Leads development and communication of global supply intelligence for assigned commodities
- Devise and implement process change in order to shift to a category management methodology
- Supplier negotiations and management
- Cross-functional work for developing and executing shared objectives
- Develop and drive procurement strategies and bring cost-effective procurement by centralizing strategic sourcing
Key Requirements:
- Prior knowledge and experience in the procurement of packaging materials
- Proficiency in flexible, corrugated, rigid, and distribution packaging materials
- An understanding of packaging commodity indexes for plastics, paper, corrugated, and wood
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a procurement function
- BS in Engineering or a related field
- Global negotiation skills
- Strong communication, listening, and data analysis skills
