Global Procurement Manager - Packaging
Talent Drive | B CorpJob Description
Global Procurement Manager - Packaging
Talent Drive is partnering with a leading global consumer goods organisation to appoint a Global Procurement Manager - Packaging. This is a highly visible role within a growing global procurement team, offering the opportunity to influence supplier strategy, shape key commercial decisions, and deliver meaningful impact across an internationa
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l packaging spend portfolio.
Working closely with senior stakeholders across multiple business functions, you'll play a pivotal role in driving procurement excellence, strengthening supplier partnerships, and identifying opportunities to support long-term business growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead procurement activities across a global packaging portfolio, ensuring commercial, operational, and strategic objectives are achieved.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, creating collaborative partnerships that deliver mutual success.
• Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance, enhance service levels, and deliver sustainable cost savings.
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and supply chain risks to support effective decision-making.
• Partner with regional procurement teams to ensure a consistent and coordinated approach across global markets.
• Support complex sourcing activities and commercial negotiations with a focus on achieving the best overall business outcome.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into effective procurement solutions.
• Drive supplier performance reviews, contract compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion responsible sourcing and sustainability objectives across the packaging supply base.
• Develop strong cross-functional relationships across Procurement, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial teams.
Required Experience
• Significant procurement experience gained within a multinational manufacturing, FMCG, retail, or consumer products environment.
• Experience managing packaging-related spend categories and working with a broad supplier base.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable commercial improvements through supplier management and strategic sourcing.
• Strong negotiation skills with experience leading complex commercial discussions and contract agreements.
• Ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making across multiple functions.
• Strong understanding of supply markets, supplier landscapes, and procurement best practices.
• Experience working in a global or multi-regional environment.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree qualified or equivalent professional experience.
What's on Offer
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a recognised global organisation and take ownership of a strategically important procurement area. You'll have the chance to work with senior leaders across the business, influence procurement direction on a global scale, and contribute to the continued growth and success of a world-class organisation.