Senior Packaging Buyer — Strategic Sourcing Leader

Lactalis USA

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Lactalis USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Senior Buyer to develop and execute sourcing strategies for packaging, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and identify cost reductions to ensure supply continuity across Lactalis North America.

The role collaborates with Plant Operations, Packaging Development, Marketing, Finance, and Global Procurement to align with company goals and values, including supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

5+ years in purchasing, preferably packaging experience with a food manufacturing company.
Supplier Management (Procurement Cost Management, Procurement Negotiation strategy/ tools, Procurement Budgeting and controlling)
Bachelor's degree is required.
Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare bid proposals, negotiate pricing contracts, analyze responses and finalize supplier contracts.
Communicate changes in purchasing policies and procedures including ordering patterns.
Review, approve and issue supplier pricing grids.
Assist plant replenishes at all plant locations with supply issues.
Develop supplier relationships to optimize supplier quality and performance, including supplier reviews and scorecards.