Packaging Materials Buyer

Is one of Europe’s leading contract manufacturers providing services in the personal care, homecare, and pharmaceutical sectors for some of the continent’s largest FMCG groups.

PACKAGING MATERIALS BUYER

The Packaging Materials Buyer reports to the Group Procurement Manager and is responsible for ensuring the strategic procurement of packaging materials (cans, bottles, closures, secondary and tertiary packaging) in alignment with business objectives and priorities.

• Manage relationships with the Group’s strategic suppliers for packaging materials;
• Negotiate commercial terms and secure supply agreements;
• Monitor supply market trends and macroeconomic indicators to anticipate risks and identify opportunities;
• Collect and update supplier price lists within the ERP system in a timely manner;
• Identify synergies across the Group and drive supplier rationalization initiatives to optimize the supply base through volume consolidation;
• Scout, assess, and qualify new suppliers in line with internal and external requirements, involving the R&D department as needed;
• Collaborate with the local Purchasing departments to ensure successful supplier onboarding;
• Address material shortages by identifying alternative sources and resolving relevant supplier issues;
• Support the digitalization of procurement processes;
• Good knowledge of data analysis and reporting;
• Project management skills;
• Fluency in English;
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Engineering, or a related field;
• At least 2-3 years’ experience in sourcing raw materials and/or components;
• Experience in sourcing packaging materials is preferred;
• Annual production premium;
• ~Possibility of working from home 2 days a week;

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