Senior Buyer - Packaging

SENIOR BUYER - PACKAGING

Location: Sheboygan, WI

Reports to: Director of Sourcing Packaging & Indirect

Direct Reports: 2

Job Description:

• Negotiate pricing agreements, lead strategic procurement of packaging items and interact cross functionally with various levels of the organization

• Lead the strategic sourcing function for all packaging categories (labels, film, corrugate, cartons, trays)

• Identify, lead and support quality, cost productivity and business relationships with our suppliers

• Develop and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with R&D, Operations and Planning/Scheduling

• Coach and develop Packaging Buyer(s) responsible for the functional execution of the sourcing strategy, providing day-to-day support, coaching, and long-term development

• Enhance high trust, mutually beneficial relationships with vendors

• Proactively collaborate with suppliers to improve quality and service

• Collaborate with stakeholders to address non-conforming materials, mitigating business impact

• Lead and/or support packaging-related projects including product launches, packaging changes, and sustainability efforts

• Initiate, negotiate, and implement supply agreements in a professional and ethical manner

• Execute category scorecard to gauge performance, with a focus on driving accountability

• Collect and analyze market data resulting in delivery of commodity analysis and forecast

Qualifications:

• BS/BA

• 5 years of relevant packaging experience required

• Previous coaching/mentoring/leadership experience is desired

• Experience in SAP Business Software or MRP systems a plus; knowledgeable in ERP and MRP systems, inventory control

• External certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or APCIS Certification is a plus

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with the flexibility to adjust as needed

• Strong business, analytical and fiscal acumen; influenced by a high learning agility

• Effective, and persuasive communication skills with ability to instill action, confidence, and trust

• Ability to effectively manage internal and external relationships with strong interpersonal skills

• Keen awareness of customer and team needs in a highly collaborative environment

• Ability to lead major projects and change management efforts

• Confident presenter to internal and external teams

• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to solve problems, multitask, and drive results

• Demonstrated ability to innovate and take risks to achieve results

• Proven experience and strong skills in negotiating