Procurement Packaging Manager

Hero Recruitment Group; Ballina; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package starting day one

World-class manufacturing facilities

Job summary

Procurement Packaging Manager I at Hero Recruitment Group is a temporary contract role for a major food/beverage manufacturer. You will lead strategic sourcing for packaging materials, ensure PPWR compliance, and partner with suppliers and operations across Europe to drive value and sustainability.

The role requires 8+ years in sourcing, strong regulatory knowledge, SAP proficiency, and comfort operating in a matrix, global environment with travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or related field.
• 8+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply management with global experience.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to interpret market intelligence and translate into actions.
• Digital fluency with SAP and analytics for spend reporting.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% and collaborate across regions.

Responsibilities

• Research industry trends, regulations and material innovations to shape sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier qualification and onboarding for new packaging solutions meeting standards.
• Conduct commodity analysis (PET, HDPE, steel) and monitor economic factors.
• Negotiate and manage supplier agreements balancing cost, quality and risk.
• Utilize SAP and data tools to deliver spend analytics and productivity reporting.
• Partner with stakeholders across regions to manage packaging projects.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cost analysis

Regulatory compliance

Market research

Cross-cultural collaboration

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MBA or advanced degree

APICS certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Procurement Packaging Manager I Temporary Contract 22mths

Our client is a major food/beverage manufacturer. You will be joining a global organization with the limitless opportunity to learn and grow.

In this role, you will combine strategic sourcing expertise with deep market research to ensure compliance with the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) across our European network. You will research and investigate emerging trends, commodities, and technologies to identify future-ready materials, while collaborating with suppliers, operations, and stakeholders across the globe.

Benefits: Full benefits package that starts on day one of employment.

Learning & Development: The ability to work with a world class manufacturing team in state of the art manufacturing facilities.

In this role you will:

• Research industry trends, regulations, and material innovations to develop sourcing strategies aligned to current and future business needs.


• Lead supplier qualification and onboarding for new packaging solutions that meet compliance and performance standards.


• Conduct commodity analysis (e.g., PET, HDPE, steel) and monitor economic factors to enable informed sourcing and pricing decisions.


• Negotiate and manage supplier agreements that balance cost, quality, and risk mitigation.


• Utilize SAP and data tools to deliver spend analytics, cost modelling, and productivity reporting for packaging initiatives.


• Partner with stakeholders across regions to manage packaging projects that advance sustainability and operational excellence.

Qualification & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience). Preferred: MBA or advanced degree; certifications such as APICS.


• 8+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply management, ideally with global category expertise.


• Strong knowledge of packaging materials and regulatory compliance frameworks.


• Demonstrated ability to interpret market intelligence, conduct cost analysis, and translate insights into actions.


• Digital fluency, including SAP expertise and advanced analytics capabilities.


• Excellent collaboration skills in a matrixed, cross-cultural environment; willingness to travel up to 20%.