Overview
In this role you will define and execute the resin sourcing strategy for the EMEA region, building strategic supplier partnerships to ensure high-quality materials at optimal TCO. You will align with general procurement goals, drive category initiatives, and lead supplier optimization and risk management. Working with cross-functional stakeholders, you will shape procurement programs, push for cost reductions, and strengthen supply resilience. This leadership position offers the opportunity to influence long-term growth through strategic sourcing and supplier value creation.
Responsabilidades
- Develop and implement the resin category strategy aligned with regional and global purchasing plans
- Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the resin supply chain
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create effective sourcing strategies ensuring service quality and cost reductions
- Represent site needs in purchasing strategies and coordinate with cluster/site management
- Track savings,
monitor TCO and working capital improvements using existing tools
- Assess and manage category risks and contribute to a risk strategy with mitigations
- Manage the supplier base, drive global category spend optimization, and implement best practices
- Monitor purchasing integration in core business processes and ensure adherence to standards
- Provide input to the Purchasing policy and share market insights with leadership
- Identify purchasing gaps and evolving category issues through industry and supplier analysis
Requisitos principales
- 8+ years of procurement and category management experience
- Experience in commodity procurement (polymers, steel, agricultural, etc.)
- Background in FMCG and/or packaging procurement is advantageous
- Proven track record in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and cost optimization in a multinational environment
- Strong negotiation skills, benchmarking, supplier inquiries, and sourcing activities
- Curiou