Strategic Purchasing Packaging Manager

• You are responsible for the results (e. g. savings) of the strategic purchasing of packaging materials on an international level
• You develop and implement purchasing strategies for certain categories
• You are the central negotiator with suppliers as well as the internal coordinator among all local/regional entities
• You prepare negotiations, lead discussions and set up international contracts as well as processes within our group
• You regularly supervise the cost and supply situation through international projects in cross-functional teams in order to further drive optimisation
• You continuously take care of existing supplier relationships and look actively for alternatives in international markets

• Succesful completed studies in business administration or industrial engineering or comparable qualification
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional procurement experience in an industrial enterprise
• Experience in purchasing of packaging materials (pallets, plastics, etc.) is advantageous
• Very good methodic way of working and extensive procurement know-how as well as experience in project management ; internal or external consulting experience is advantageous
• Excellent conceptual skills as well distinct talent for analysing and presentation of complex demand structures

We offer challenging tasks in an innovative environment as well as support and guidance by an experienced team. You will enjoy the team-oriented working atmosphere in which we will individually develop your talents.

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