Procurement-Packing Manager

What you will do

 Maintain strong understanding of spend dynamics (current market, pricing, cost drivers, industry and supplier variables).

 Drive and deliver continuous process improvement and cost reduction.

 Own and achieve value creation and supplier targets established for the function.

 Create and implement a high engaged, effective Procurement organization working across the globe.

 Oversee strategic sourcing resources responsible for a wide portfolio of complex and/or critical direct innovation project.

 Monitor and report on progress towards achieving functional goals/target metrics; proactively address performance gaps or issues potentially impacting success as needed.

 Oversee management of executive-level business stakeholder relationships on an ongoing basis to ensure customer satisfaction across all categories.

 Oversee critical, executive-level supplier relationships and support supplier business reviews for material and supply chain services partners.

 Oversee and advise on value generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, time to implement, and estimated financial impact for Packaging category.

 Coordinate with relevant team on execution of contracts, management of supplier’s performance and risk and spend data.

 Supervise and coach team member to drive continuous improvement of performance and further growth/development of individual skill sets and knowledge.

 Lead discussions with critical suppliers around long-term objectives and strategies, ongoing market trends, innovation and technology advances, and potential investment decisions.

Report to: Head of Procurement

Key Skills

 Sourcing direct spends or procurement leadership.

 Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience in spreadsheet, database, and statistical analysis.

 Strong ability to present complex topics in an effective and concise manner to broad-based audiences including various levels of management, customer service, problem solving and decision-making skills.

 Strong negotiation skills and demonstrated conflict resolution skills; ability to identify, assess and mitigate risk; change management skills promote a shared vision and inspires others to embrace new opportunities; and understanding of procurement governance, processes, and policies.

 Effective and proven strategic planning ability. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously; leadership experience with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with the team and all levels and areas of the organization.

 Familiarity with business and contract law as applied to supplier relationships.

 Strong presentation and negotiation skills are required.

 Working with virtual teams.

Requirements

 University degree.

 At least 05 years’ experience in procurement or supply chain.

 Experience on large-scale change management projects.

 Previous experience in procurement/ planning/ R&D roles would be advantage.