Packaging Procurement and Development Coordinator

CITTERIO USA; Freeland (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging firm in Luzerne County is looking for an entry-level Packaging Procurement and Development Coordinator. The ideal candidate will assist with sourcing packaging materials and collaborate with various departments. Requires strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with Microsoft Office and SAP is preferred, along with a degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of key terminology related to packaging and labels.
• Experience with sourcing and managing suppliers.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and ordering packaging materials.
• Coordinate with Production to ensure material availability.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on packaging requests.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to multitask

Negotiation skills

Active listening

Education

Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

One or more years’ experience in a marketing position

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Overview

The Citterio USA Packaging Procurement and Development Coordinator supports the Purchasing Department with tasks related to labels and other packaging materials, while collaborating with Production, Customer Service, and Marketing on special projects. This is an entry level position. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, be proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Purchasing Department with sourcing, ordering, and tracking labels, boxes, and other packaging components with a focus on new products.
• Coordinate with Production to ensure timely delivery and availability of packaging materials.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Marketing teams on custom packaging requests, promotional materials, and special projects.
• Examine, select, order, or purchase merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements, or other factors in collaboration with maintenance management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Research and evaluate suppliers, to provide the best services and pricing, and manage relationships with vendors.
• Ensure the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop, monitor, and manage inventory levels to ensure adequate stock and minimize waste.
• Provide administrative support as needed for purchasing documentation and reporting.
• Interact with organizational leadership, employees, vendors, and affected individuals both within and outside of the organization on a regular basis to assist with the completion of general informational requests or direction to appropriate staff to provide the highest-level customer focus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately and maintain mutual comfort level while relating to a diverse workforce.
• Must have good attendance.
• Performs related work as necessary and all other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Accustomed to working with printers and understanding of key terminology, processes, and packaging types and substrates.
• Ability to manage multiple printer, packaging, agency and freelance partners specific to updating and printing labels, selecting substrates and communicating updates as necessary.
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.); i.e., creating impactful presentations and developing pivot tables from large amounts of data.
• A creative mind and eye to assist in design needs for labels, displays, company selling materials, new product packaging, website look and feel; a team player willing to contribute ideas to facilitate company growth objectives.
• Ability to use or learn Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
• Thorough knowledge of proper records management, retention of records and cataloguing of files.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Strong ability to perform well and be unfailingly diplomatic in a high pressure and complex environment with a focus on professionalism.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to envision and deliver innovative solutions.
• High energy level, ability to multitask, establish priorities, work independently, and be a part of a team atmosphere.
• Positive interpersonal skills including effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive.
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information which may be proprietary to Citterio USA.
• Ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports, carry out assignments, and administer existing and proposed programs.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and managers.
• Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.

Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in procurement with knowledge of Supply Chain, Marketing/Graphic Design; and
• One (1) or more years’ experience working in a marketing position and in consumer products; and
• Experience with SAP preferred.

Tools and Equipment

Computer software, enterprise systems, purchasing software, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often sitting, but may be required to walk through the plant in search of customer information and orders and regularly talk and hear. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment may include plant areas with moving mechanical parts. Noise levels can vary from quiet to moderate or loud. Temperature may be cool or cold in plant areas. Food safety gear and PPE such as steel-toe shoes, hair nets/beard nets, nitrile gloves, frocks, bump caps, hats, and hearing protection may be required in certain areas.

acknowledgements

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Citterio USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics. FLSA status: FLSA Non-Exempt – Overtime Eligible. Designation: At Will Employee. Union Status: Non-Union.

EDUCATION: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. It may be reviewed and updated as needed.