Strategic CNV Procurement Lead – Manufacturing

Sofidel S.p.A.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Sofidel America seeks an experienced CNV Procurement Manager to support Converting operations and lead strategic sourcing initiatives. You will develop procurement strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and drive cost optimization while partnering with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality teams.

This strategic role requires a manufacturing background, strong supplier market knowledge, and the ability to build effective relationships across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or related function in manufacturing.
• Strong experience developing sourcing strategies and leading complex supplier negotiations.
• Experience evaluating suppliers, proposals, market conditions, pricing and cost drivers.
• Demonstrated success in strategic supplier relationships and cost savings.
• Strong commercial/financial acumen with analytical skills.
• Cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Quality.
• Experience in tissue/paper/converting or high-volume manufacturing preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Excel and data analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for Sofidel's Converting operations.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships focusing on performance, value, and reliability.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and other teams to address business needs.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, cost avoidance, and supplier consolidation.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and performance and address issues to improve results.
• Identify and mitigate supplier/market risks and supply disruptions.
• Support strategic projects, new equipment or technology implementations, and procurement involvement.
• Develop and monitor procurement KPIs and report on savings and risks.
• Share supplier information and best practices with U.S. and global teams.
• Support sustainable sourcing practices through supplier evaluation.

Skills

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Relationship management

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Sofidel America seeks an experienced CNV Procurement Manager to support Converting operations and lead strategic sourcing initiatives. You will develop procurement strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and drive cost optimization while partnering with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality teams.

This strategic role requires a manufacturing background, strong supplier market knowledge, and the ability to build effective relationships across the organization.