Strategic Sourcing Manager — Packaging & Ingredients

CS&S STAFFING SOLUTIONS; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in Akron, Ohio is seeking a Category Manager to lead sourcing activities and negotiations with external suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a business degree, strong skills in Microsoft Dynamics and Excel, and experience managing suppliers for ingredients and packaging items in manufacturing topical products. Responsibilities include contract administration and domestic/international travel as needed. This is a key role for managing product sourcing effectively.

Qualifications

• Moderate to advanced skills in Microsoft Dynamics and Excel.
• Experience in sourcing and supplier management for topical products.
• Able to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day commodity/category activities.
• Lead negotiations with external suppliers.
• Contract administration and supplier management.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Sourcing and supplier management

Education

Four-year degree in business

Job description

A staffing solutions company in Akron, Ohio is seeking a Category Manager to lead sourcing activities and negotiations with external suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a business degree, strong skills in Microsoft Dynamics and Excel, and experience managing suppliers for ingredients and packaging items in manufacturing topical products. Responsibilities include contract administration and domestic/international travel as needed. This is a key role for managing product sourcing effectively.