Resin Sourcing Strategist — Packaging Growth & Partnerships

Professions Inc; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Long employee tenure and retention

Job summary

Professions Inc is seeking a Resin Sourcing Specialist/Product Manager to lead sourcing and supplier negotiations for polyethylene-based packaging products. This role offers the opportunity to work with a respected industry leader where collaborative culture and employee retention are prioritized.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in sourcing or category management within the packaging sector. Join a financially strong organization with significant growth initiatives and a chance to directly impact sourcing strategy and profitability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or category management experience.
• Experience in packaging, distribution, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of polyethylene resin markets and applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing and contracts.
• Develop strategic relationships with resin producers and manufacturers.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify savings.

Skills

Supplier negotiation

Category strategy

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Job description

Professions Inc is seeking a Resin Sourcing Specialist/Product Manager to lead sourcing and supplier negotiations for polyethylene-based packaging products. This role offers the opportunity to work with a respected industry leader where collaborative culture and employee retention are prioritized.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in sourcing or category management within the packaging sector. Join a financially strong organization with significant growth initiatives and a chance to directly impact sourcing strategy and profitability.