Sourcing Manager - Packaging (12 month contract)
Core
Strategic sourcing of packaging categories for Mars Pet Nutrition ANZ, driving TCO reductions, supply continuity, and sustainable packaging initiatives.
Role type
Strategic Sourcing Manager (Packaging)
Builds
Sourcing strategies and supplier contracts for pet food packaging
Domain
FMCG / Pet Nutrition / Procurement
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
strategic sourcing, category management, packaging materials, TCO modelling, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, supplier management, cost savings analysis
Preferred skills
packaging conversion processes, commodities knowledge, food safety methodologies
Technologies
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Responsibilities
develop 3-5 year packaging strategies, lead RFPs/RFIs and negotiations, establish contingency plans, partner with R&D/Marketing/Manufacturing, drive value leadership initiatives, conduct should-cost modelling
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC