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My client, a leader in the health and wellness space is seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead sourcing and strategy for packaging materials for North America. This role will drive cost savings, supplier innovation, and supply chain optimization across global business units. The position involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, developing long-term sourcing strategies, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable value.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead packaging category strategy to optimize cost, quality, and supply performance. Packaging includes: corrugated, bottles, caps, lids, labels, pouches with an annual spend to $100M Negotiate supplier agreements and drive $500K–$1M in annual cost savings or avoidance. Partner with R&D, Packaging Engineering, Quality, and Operations to support new product development and material innovation. Monitor market trends and mitigate supply chain risks. Develop multi-year business plans with strategic suppliers to introduce new technologies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience focusing on packaging Proven success in cost savings and supplier performance improvement. Strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills. Experience in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
My client is offering growth potential and a generous compensation package in progressive environment.
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Key Responsibilities:
Lead packaging category strategy to optimize cost, quality, and supply performance. Packaging includes: corrugated, bottles, caps, lids, labels, pouches with an annual spend to $100M Negotiate supplier agreements and drive $500K–$1M in annual cost savings or avoidance. Partner with R&D, Packaging Engineering, Quality, and Operations to support new product development and material innovation. Monitor market trends and mitigate supply chain risks. Develop multi-year business plans with strategic suppliers to introduce new technologies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. 7+ years of strategic sourcing experience focusing on packaging Proven success in cost savings and supplier performance improvement. Strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills. Experience in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
My client is offering growth potential and a generous compensation package in progressive environment.
#LI-JM1