Flexible Packaging Category Manager
6 days ago
We are seeking an experienced Flexible Packaging Category Manager to join our client, a leading Global Blue Chip FMCG firm. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven professional to take the lead on strategic sourcing initiatives across EMEA for the Flexible Packaging category.
Key Responsibilities- Lead procurement activities to drive value across cost, supply security, and sustainability.
- Analyse spend data and market conditions, create should-cost models, and present business cases to launch sourcing initiatives.
- Develop and execute supplier negotiation strategies and manage the supplier selection process.
- Identify opportunities to innovate, improve sustainability, and simplify flexible packaging materials.
- Build relationships with key stakeholders and identify opportunities to manage new spend.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Packaging Procurement, preferably with experience in Flexibles. A CIPS or MCIPS qualification and/or University Degree is desired.
Requirements- Candidate must have minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement and 2 years in Flexible Packaging Procurement.
- Strong communicator, collaborator, negotiator, and proven commercial acumen.
- Strong stakeholder management and supplier relationship management experience.
- Ability to problem-solve and think analytically.
- Knowledge of packaging commodities, markets, and strategies to mitigate supply risk/drive value.
- Ability to build relationships with cross-functional teams/departments/regions.
- Able to adapt to business change and transformation.
- Experience working within a global procurement environment within FMCG or Retail, preferably.
- Expertise in strategic sourcing within packaging.
- Able to leverage eProcurement tools and systems to provide insights/generate savings etc...
- Ability to operate at pace, act as a driver for change, and achieve goals.
The salary range for this position is £400-£500 per day (Inside IR35) with a view to extend subject to business approval and release of new budgets. The initial contract is for 9 months.
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