Global Procurement Manager Packaging

Job Description

EMEA Recruitment is seeking a Global Procurement Manager Packaging in collaboration with our FMCG client, for a role based in Dublin, Ireland.

Operating in a global multi-national environment, the ideal candidate will have prior experience in purchasing packaging-related materials such as fibres, flexibles and plastics.

Key responsibilities of the Global Procurement Manager Packaging include:

• Contribute to strategic purchasing plans and supplier consolidation projects
• Display a strong technical understanding of Packaging and related raw materials for packaging used in a FMCG related company
• Previously concluded negotiations, established supplier frameworks, and shared best practices across the relevant spend areas
• Work towards achieving corporate goals through cost savings and process efficiencies
• Create, manage and run end-to-end projects related to driving both operational and strategic purchasing in the Packaging area
• Collaborate with R&D and the Packaging function to establish best-in-class sourcing solutions

For the Global Procurement Manager Packaging position, we are looking for a high-calibre candidate with the following skillset:

• Educated to degree or equivalent level, ideally in an Economic, Engineering or Supply Chain-focused discipline
• Circa 5+ years' working experience in a technical procurement environment
• Category management experience and project management knowledge, ideally obtained in a matrix environment and fast-paced organization
• Ability to monitor results against established KPIs, and continually assess and review the existing supplier base
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and interact with the Production operation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), plus a strong knowledge of SAP would be beneficial
• Fluency in English
• Willing to travel on ad-hoc basis

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.