We are partnering with a leading global organisation to identify an experienced Strategic Sourcing & Packaging professional to play a key role in shaping its European packaging strategy.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an internationally focused procurement function, combining strategic sourcing, market intelligence and supplier management to support evolving regulatory requirements, sustainability ambitions and business objectives.
You will take ownership of market research, supplier relationships and sourcing initiatives across a diverse packaging portfolio, helping to identify innovative solutions, manage commercial opportunities and drive long-term value across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and implement strategic sourcing approaches informed by market trends, regulatory developments and emerging material technologies.
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Identify and assess new suppliers, materials and packaging solutions.
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Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends and economic factors to support commercial decision-making.
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Lead supplier negotiations and manage strategic supplier relationships.
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Analyse procurement data, spend and cost models to identify opportunities for optimisation and efficiency.
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Collaborate with international stakeholders across procurement, operations and supply chain functions.
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Support packaging innovation, sustainability initiatives and evolving European regulatory requirements.
About You
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Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
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Significant experience (ideally 8+ years) within strategic sourcing, procurement or category management.
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Strong understanding of packaging materials, commodities and supplier markets.
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Experience working with complex, international supply chains and strategic supplier relationships.
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Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret market intelligence and translate insights into actionable sourcing strategies.
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Experience with SAP and procurement analytics tools.
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Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
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Comfortable operating in a global, matrixed environment, with a willingness to travel internationally when required.
What's on Offer?
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The opportunity to influence strategic sourcing decisions within a globally recognised organisation.
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Exposure to international markets, innovative materials and evolving sustainability initiatives.
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A high-impact role combining commercial strategy, market intelligence and supplier development.
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Collaboration with diverse teams across an international business.
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Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Interested?
If you're an experienced sourcing or procurement professional with a strong understanding of packaging markets and a passion for innovation, sustainability and strategic supplier management, we'd love to hear from you.
