Sr Sourcing Manager Direct Materials; Packaging

Position: Sr Sourcing Manager Direct Materials (Packaging)

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A SR SOURCING MANAGER DIRECT MATERIALS (PACKAGING) FUNCTION:
Operations, Procurement

LOCATION:

Winston Salem, NC ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES Reports to Sr Manager Procurement Packaging Materials Number of Direct Reports N/A Core Relationships Internal – Demand planning, product and SR&D, Quality External – WMS Suppliers Geographic Scope Local Travel Required 10% WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Responsible for the execution of Sourcing Process within the framework of the approved category strategy.
• Validating sourcing plans with the appropriate above market Procurement teams (i.e Global Procurement), Product and SR&D team.
• Coordinate supplier management and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers collaborating closely with partners and business functions.
• Perform spend analytics, cost / scenario analysis and total cost of ownership benchmarking.
• Understanding of the processes, timelines and constraints for the development and delivery of new goods and services.
• Ensure contracts are completed for all in-scope supply agreements.
• Developing and maintaining strong contingency plans to ensure security of supply for materials in scope (ongoing risk assessment and plans tracking) in collaboration with relevant RAI’s functional teams, as well as with Global Procurement team.
• Be an advocate for compliance to Group Procurement standards, policies and platforms at all times.
• Liaise with the appropriate business unit functions in the qualification and onboarding of new suppliers.
• Support OTIF (On Time In Full) implementation of all New Product Introductions (NPI), through collaboration with NPI team and other involved functions (ie Product, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, etc.)

CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?

• Are you ready for look for value beyond savings?
• In current environment have you been able to look for ways to mitigate inflation pulling alternative value leavers?

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Within 3 to 4 years general business experience within Procurement
• Proficient user of Excel, Word and Power Point.
• Strong financial and analytical skills linked with Project Management
• Critical thinking, recognizing which insights drive business value and how best to impactfully communicate these with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Validated capability of applying supplier management techniques to deliver contributed benefits in addition to contracted benefits.
• Strong influencing skills and pro-active, sophisticated partner management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering.

BENEFICIAL

• Experience with SAP.

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.
See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in four strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

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