Procurement Manager, Packaging

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Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for a
** Procurement Manager, Packaging
** to join the Scotts Miracle-Gro Supply Chain team !
** Brief overview of the role:
** This position is responsible for the strategic procurement of flexible packaging components to support multiple internal and third party manufacturing locations throughout North America and Canada
** In this role you will get to:*
* ● Create and implement comprehensive procurement strategies for flexible materials covering market trends, supply assurance, quality improvement, supplier development, sustainability, and financial & supply risk mitigation  
● Effectively manage relationships with manufacturing facilities  
● Develop and implement cost savings projects and financial forecasting  
● Negotiate and execute contractual agreements in accordance to established company policies and procedures  
● Ensure compliance related process and procedures are uncompromised  
● Develop disruption mapping and mitigation strategies  
● Foster and maintain supplier relationships  
● Lead supplier selection and development process while working with cross-functional teams like R&D, Marketing, Quality etc. to develop innovative products across the SMG Brands  
● Ensure suppliers are following Scotts sustainability guidelines and implementing required actions  
● Lead evaluation of supplier capabilities, cost structure, risks, and partnership potential to determine supply base  
● This role has one remote direct report and the candidate will be responsible for the development and growth of this individual.  
● Travel as required (Domestic & International)
** The perfect candidate will have:*
* ● Bachelor’s degree focused in Supply Chain Management, Packaging, Procurement, Accounting/Finance, Economics, or Business Administration. Master’s degree preferred  
● Minimum 4 years experience within Procurement, Sourcing or Purchasing  
● Ability to coordinate and organize numerous material requirements for multiple plants and contract manufacturing facilities simultaneously, while effectively sourcing suppliers and negotiating contracts for targeted materials  
● Ability to effectively navigate in a regulated industry  
● Knowledge of technical language of R&D (and often the vendors) and the business language of the Brands and Purchasing  
● Strong computer skills (SAP, SAP/PLM, MS office programs)
** Some other nice to have’s:*
* ● Some International purchasing experience/responsibilities·  
● Demonstrated collaborative team player with a strong initiative to win  
● Able to effectively communicate with multiple departments within the company  
● Assertive self-starter with an Entrepreneurial spirit  
● Creative/Out-of-box thinking and ability to successfully sell ideas in a large organization  
● Ability to succeed in a competitive, fast-paced environment  
● Consumer Products or Retail experience a plus

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $ - $ per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical  addition to the determined base salary, this role is also incentive eligible under our corporate bonus programs.

For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them…