Procurement Packaging Manager I Temporary Contract 22mths

The Coca-Cola Company; Ballina; A distancia; EUR 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Coca-Cola Company in Ballina, Ireland seeks a Procurement Packaging Manager I on a 22-month temporary contract. You will shape sourcing strategies for PPWR compliance, lead supplier onboarding, and analyze commodities to inform pricing.

You’ll negotiate supplier agreements and drive data‑driven packaging initiatives with global teams. Ideal candidates have 8+ years in strategic sourcing, strong packaging knowledge, and SAP proficiency, with travel up to 20%.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred; APICS certification.
• 8+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Analytics

Decision Making

Giving and Receiving Feedback

Inventory Management

Educación

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

APICS certification

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

## Procurement Packaging Manager I Temporary Contract 22mthsApply: Ireland - Ballina: Full time: Posted Today: R-147020**Job Description Summary:**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. **What You’ll Do For Us*** 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.**What You Bring*** 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%.**What we can do for you*** Gain experience at the intersection of regulatory compliance, sustainability, and innovation.* Drive market-facing research and supplier strategies that influence Coca‐Cola’s packaging for the future.* Work with globally diverse teams and participate in transformative sourcing initiatives.* Develop advanced skills in analytics, commodity intelligence, and strategic supply chain leadership.* Offer a dynamic and exciting work environment where a culture of innovation thrives.* Provide opportunities for personal and professional development within a global team.* Enable empowerment through responsibility and a solutions-driven mindset.* Encourage a collaborative atmosphere that values inclusiveness and diversity.* Support agility and learning, fostering a results-oriented work culture.**Skills:**Analytics, Decision Making, Giving and Receiving Feedback, Inventory Management**Location(s):**Ireland**City/Cities:**Ballina**Travel Required:**00% - 25%**Relocation Provided:**No**Job Posting End Date:**October 26, 2026