Global Sourcing Manager Corrugated (M/W)

Lactalis Group; Laval; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading dairy company is seeking a Global Sourcing Manager to join their Global Procurement Organization. This role involves leading the corrugated category procurement across worldwide divisions, managing a team, and driving strategic supplier optimization. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of relevant experience and strong negotiation skills. The position requires travel of about 30%. Competitive full-time role based in Laval, France.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in procurement/direct materials sourcing.
• Category strategic vision.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills.

Responsabilités

• Build and execute global strategies for the corrugated category.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive optimization.
• Manage and develop 1 Global buyer.
• Maintain an active innovation watch.
• Be part of Lactalis sustainable roadmap.
• Lead the corrugated packaging action plan in new acquisitions to identify quick synergies to support Lactalis Group growth.
• Deploy best practices within the group by active benchmarking.
• Manage and develop 1 Global buyer (direct report) in charge of Global packaging categories.

Connaissances

Good communicator

Team spirit

Entrepreneurial mindset

Results-driven

Negotiation skills

Project management skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Outils

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Global Sourcing Manager Corrugated (M/W)

Overview

Lactalis Group is the worldwide leader of the Dairy Industry with a turnover of 30,5 billions euros at the end of 2024. We operate more than 275 factories on 5 continents and we grow iconic brands such as President, Galbani, Siggi’s, Leerdammer, Itambe, Stonyfield, Kraft. Joining Lactalis Group, you will be part of a family-owned group with core values such as Ambition, Commitment & Simplicity. This position will allow you to leverage your expertise in Global Procurement on international projects, with the support of accessible managers. The Group’s strong growth will bring challenges and career opportunities in our Procurement Organization, whether in France or abroad.

Scope

We are hiring a Global Sourcing Manager for the corrugated category to join our Global Procurement Organization based at Lactalis Headquarters. You will directly report to the Global Sourcing Categories Director – Packaging Paper, and you will lead the corrugated category with one direct report to manage procurement for the group across all worldwide divisions (Annual spend value ~ €300M).

Your Mission & Challenges

• Build and push to execute global strategies for the corrugated category while leading a functional network of 10+ local / regional purchasing teams.
• Define, drive and optimize our supplier portfolio and monitor their performance.
• Participate in the budget (commodities assumptions and saving plans).
• Maintain an active innovation watch.
• Be part of Lactalis sustainable roadmap.
• Lead the corrugated packaging action plan in new acquisitions to identify quick synergies to support Lactalis Group growth.
• Deploy best practices within the group by active benchmarking.
• Manage and develop 1 Global buyer (direct report) in charge of Global packaging categories.

This position requires frequent travel abroad (Europe and beyond) about 30% of the time.

What is essential for us?

• Good communicator, team spirit, entrepreneurial mindset, results-driven with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Category strategic vision.
• Strong negotiation and project management skills.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in procurement/direct materials sourcing and management.
• Good understanding of packaging or paper materials would be a plus.
• Languages: English fluent; French would be a plus.

What’s next?

Hit the "apply now" button and submit your application. After an initial telephone interview, you will meet your future manager and our Talent Manager. Join us and live a unique experience!

Job details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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