Packaging Supply Manager - Scotland

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Packaging Supply Manager to join a dynamic global drinks company. This role is to manage the procurement of packaging materials to match customer orders or stock requirements in line with service level agreements and budget targets. Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement experience are essential.

• Select and approve core packaging material suppliers based on defined business criteria.
• Manage purchases of packaging materials to match MRP and production requirements.
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers of packaging materials and propose allocation of business to Logistics & Supply Chain Manager.
• Provide quotes for packaging component costs as part of the product development process.
• Manage packaging material stocks to meet departmental objectives.
• Manage the development of packaging and work with bottling services for new product developments (NPD).
• Liaise with relevant departments on packaging developments including Marketing, Purchasing, Production, Customer Services, external suppliers and bottling locations.
• Motivate and manage staff, recruiting, training and developing.
• Manage and own your professional development to achieve career objectives and personal goals.

• Candidates must have at least 5 years’ experience in a packaging procurement/purchasing role with a relevant vocational qualification (e.g., CIPS).
• Ability to carry out packaging procurement activities as described in the responsibilities.

• Cased Goods annual production: approx. 1.5M cases.
• Packaging materials annual budget: approx. £7M.

Although this is predominantly an office-based role, occasional travel to supplier premises may be required. A full (clean) driving licence is therefore preferred.