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Sourcing Procurement Buyer

Job in Lake Forest, Lake County, Illinois, 60045, USA
Listing for: Pactiv
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Development, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 66000 - 111000 USD Yearly USD 66000.00 111000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including food service, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future.

Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world‑class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call  or email

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee‑led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company‑wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non‑profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $66,000 - $111,000 + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job related skills, experience and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Responsibilities

The position is responsible for management of all aspects of contractor services spend including; negotiation and execution of supply agreements, development and implementation of a category strategy, owning supplier relationship, sourcing innovative technologies to differentiate Novolex and consistently deliver year‑over‑year savings to the bottom line.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead sourcing strategies for contractor services
  • Negotiate supply agreements with key suppliers & distributors resulting in measurable total cost benefits.
  • Interface between global supplier base, New Product Development and Operations to identify new and innovative technologies
  • Understand and bring market intelligence, supplier knowledge and a key understanding of the use of materials in the manufacturing process.
  • Produce annual budgets for key materials using statistical, historical and market data.
  • Provide monthly price and market updates as a measure against budget. Provide monthly pricing as needed to manufacturing sites.
  • Work with Regulatory Affairs team and suppliers to ensure 100% regulatory compliance
  • Facilitate meetings to drive cost savings initiatives. This means demonstrating the ability to develop agendas, lead meetings, and document & publish critical results
  • Skills and Competencies
  • Demonstrated ability to comfortably and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. This means the ability to develop agendas, lead meetings as a facilitator, and document & publish critical results
  • Persuasiveness – Utilize interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance. Must have the ability to persuade stakeholders internally and suppliers externally through…
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