Strategic CNV Procurement Leader – Converting Ops

Sofidel S.p.A.; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Career growth

Global exposure

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Sofidel America, a leading tissue paper manufacturer, is seeking an experienced CNV Procurement Manager to support our Converting operations. This strategic role focuses on developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost and value improvements.

You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality and global teams, lead complex negotiations, and contribute to responsible sourcing across the U.S. manufacturing network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Strong experience leading complex supplier negotiations and sourcing strategies.
• Experience evaluating suppliers, proposals, market conditions, pricing, and cost drivers.
• Proven ability to achieve measurable cost savings and value creation.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with analytical problem-solving skills.
• Experience cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Quality.
• Experience in tissue, paper, packaging, or high-volume manufacturing preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills; ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support Sofidel’s Converting operations.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships focused on performance, competitiveness, reliability, quality, service, and long-term value.
• Collaborate with Converting Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and other teams to understand business needs and develop procurement solutions.
• Identify and deliver opportunities for cost optimization, cost avoidance, supplier consolidation, improved terms, and overall value creation.
• Evaluate supplier capabilities and performance; address issues and drive improvements with suppliers and internal teams.
• Identify supplier, market, and supply continuity risks; devise strategies to minimize disruptions.
• Support strategic projects, equipment or technology implementations, and other procurement-involved initiatives.
• Develop and monitor procurement KPIs; report on supplier performance, savings, risks, and opportunities.
• Coordinate with U.S. and global Procurement teams to share supplier information and market insights.
• Support responsible and sustainable sourcing through supplier evaluation and engagement.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier negotiations

Sourcing strategies

Cost optimization

Excel & data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel flexibility

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Sofidel America, a leading tissue paper manufacturer, is seeking an experienced CNV Procurement Manager to support our Converting operations. This strategic role focuses on developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost and value improvements.

You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality and global teams, lead complex negotiations, and contribute to responsible sourcing across the U.S. manufacturing network.