Packaging Buyer

Company: Creative Financial Staffing
Location: Fairfield
Posted on: January 16, 2023

Job Description:

Packaging Buyer for Family-Owned Organization!
Source innovative packaging opportunities and procure socially responsible packaging at a cost-effective price. Drive efficiencies in the supply chain that deliver timely and appropriate quantities of materials to meet the requirements of our internal and external customers.
Responsibilities of Packaging Buyer:

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• Develop, drive, and execute sourcing strategies by commodity
  
• Analyze markets and commodity indices to leverage costs and understand drivers
  
• Develop strategic supplier partnerships, including an optimized supply base and buy plan
  
• Research, select and purchase quality materials
  
• Facilitate strategic negotiations and execute supplier agreements
  
• Manage supply base and orchestrate supplier transitions, ensuring continuity of supply to plants
  
• Continuously assess supplier base for quality, delivery, cost, technology, sustainability, and risk management
  
• Assist with ERP system development, utilization, and refinement
  
• Be an active participant in defining and implementing best practices in procurement, including the establishment and effectiveness use of procedures and work instructions
  
• Report supplier metrics such as on-time delivery and quality
  
• Prepare and lead supplier reviews for top suppliers
  
• Support Purchasing Agreements and Supplier Contracts
  
  
  Cross Functional Engagement
  
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  • Act as a critical business partner to all departments
    
  • Work with plants to identify opportunities that support manufacturing efficiencies
    
  • Develop inventory plans for assigned materials and ensure timely deliveries accordingly
    
  • Work with Finance to support P&L scenarios for new and on-going commodities/projects
    
  • Support Sales/Marketing on new product and restage initiatives
    
  • Lead qualifications for alternate suppliers / materials as needed
    
  • Attend meetings and provide updates on issues, such as when there is a supply risk
    
  • Engage in productivity - innovation projects for assigned commodities
    
  • Identify and lead external sustainability opportunities to support Corporate Social Responsibility goals/initiatives
    
    
    Preferred Experience of Packaging Buyer:
    
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    • Understanding and knowledge of the packaging industry
      
    • Strong negotiating skills along with demonstrated supplier relationship management
      
    • Ability to present to all levels of management
      
    • Knowledge and experience in supply chain management
      
    • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field
      
    • 3-5 years with recent experience within CPG procurement, supply management a plus!
      
    • Experience in strategic sourcing - negotiating and contracting a plus!
      
    • Experience in annual budgeting process
      
    • Experience with ERP systems
      
    • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
      
    • APICs Certification (CSCP a plus)
      
      For immediate and confidential consideration, email your resume to CB2

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