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What this role is
This role leads packaging procurement initiatives for a global animal health company, managing sourcing projects, supplier relationships, and cost optimization across an international supply chain. It suits experienced procurement professionals who can drive strategic negotiations and deliver measurable business value in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
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Skills this role names
- Contract Management
- Cost Reduction
- Negotiation
- Project Management
- Risk Management
- SAP Ariba
- Supplier Management
- Supply Chain Management
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or supplier management experience
- Experience sourcing packaging categories in a manufacturing environment
- Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills
- Proven track record of delivering cost savings and business value
- Experience leading cross-functional sourcing projects and managing multiple priorities
- Proactive and adaptable, able to work independently in a dynamic environment
- Strong analytical, project management, and stakeholder management capabilities
- Excellent English communication skills
Nice to have
- ERP systems experience
- Ariba experience