Packaging Sourcing Category Manager: Supply Optimizer

The Visual Pak Companies; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A packaging solutions provider in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Sourcing Category Manager. Responsible for managing sourcing strategies for packaging materials, optimizing procurement, and supplier relationships, the role demands at least 5 years of experience in sourcing within manufacturing or consumer goods. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $86,000 and $129,000 annually and emphasizes negotiation skills and cost optimization strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing/purchasing experience in manufacturing or CPG.
• Experience in managing supplier relationships and contracts.
• Knowledge of packaging testing and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage sourcing strategies for packaging materials.
• Lead supplier negotiations and ensure compliance with contracts.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Cost optimization

Project management

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business, procurement, finance, packaging, or related field

Tools

SAP

Ariba procurement software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A packaging solutions provider in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Sourcing Category Manager. Responsible for managing sourcing strategies for packaging materials, optimizing procurement, and supplier relationships, the role demands at least 5 years of experience in sourcing within manufacturing or consumer goods. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $86,000 and $129,000 annually and emphasizes negotiation skills and cost optimization strategies.