Strategic Packaging Materials Procurement Lead

Hungry Lion; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Stellenbosch is seeking a Procurement Manager for Packaging Materials. The role entails developing sourcing strategies for packaging while ensuring optimal cost, quality, and sustainability. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and over 5 years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on packaging. Excellent negotiation skills, technical understanding of materials, and ability to manage supplier relationships are essential. The position requires frequent travel and offers competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement, with at least 2 years focused on packaging materials.
• Strong technical understanding of packaging materials (paper, plastic, flexible packaging, rigid packaging, etc.).
• Proven negotiation and contract management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for packaging categories.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead supplier selection, evaluation, and onboarding.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of sustainability standards

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement analytics tools

Job description

A leading food company in Stellenbosch is seeking a Procurement Manager for Packaging Materials. The role entails developing sourcing strategies for packaging while ensuring optimal cost, quality, and sustainability. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and over 5 years of procurement experience, with a strong focus on packaging. Excellent negotiation skills, technical understanding of materials, and ability to manage supplier relationships are essential. The position requires frequent travel and offers competitive compensation.