Strategic Category Procurement Lead - Industrial Packaging

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company is seeking a Category Procurement Specialist – Industrial Packaging to lead procurement strategies across Europe, collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to secure high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions.

The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and will drive supplier partnerships, market monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives across locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, sourcing, category management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of supplier relationship management, tendering processes, contract management, and negotiations in a European context.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence stakeholders across functions and locations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with data translation and market insights.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel across Europe as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary procurement contact for the Industrial Packaging category across Europe, partnering with stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver effective procurement solutions.

Skills

Procurement experience

Category management

Stakeholder management

Sourcing

Negotiations

Job description

The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company is seeking a Category Procurement Specialist – Industrial Packaging to lead procurement strategies across Europe, collaborating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to secure high-quality, cost-effective packaging solutions.

The role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and will drive supplier partnerships, market monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives across locations.