Procurement Manager - Packaging
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain Management
This role is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of aseptic packaging, cartons, flexible films, and corrugated materials used across our Better-for-You Beverage and Fruit Snacks product portfolios. The successful candidate will drive supplier performance, cost savings, innovation, and supply continuity. Experience in food manufacturing packaging procurement is strongly preferred.
Leads sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, cost savings initiatives, risk management (supply assurance) across assigned categories.
Execute as the designated Sun Opta category representative for enterprise and globally negotiated categories, supporting procurement strategy implementation, supplier engagement, contract compliance, and internal stakeholder alignment.
Essential Job Functions:- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned spend categories.
- Lead strategic supplier negotiations and contract management to optimize value and ensure supply assurance.
- Monitor market trends, supply dynamics, and emerging risks to inform procurement strategies.
- Manage supplier performance through scorecards, business reviews, and corrective action plans.
- Identify and execute on cost reduction, productivity, and value creation opportunities.
- Assess supply risks and implement mitigation and continuity plans.
- Serve as the designated Sun Opta representative for assigned enterprise and globally sourced categories.
- Partner with Operations, Finance, R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to support business objectives.
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Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field
- 7+ years procurement experience, including 3+ years in assigned category
- CPM, CPSM or similar certification
- Food manufacturing experience
- Negotiation
- Analytical and financial skills
- Stakeholder influence
Travel Requirements:
- Up to 20% travel, including international travel
- Corporate/Hybrid
- Primarily office environment with occasional plant/agricultural visits
- Standard office demands with occasional plant/agricultural visits
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