Senior Buyer, Rigid Packaging Procurement (Hybrid)
Company: Campbell Soup Company
Location: Camden
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are
the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which
achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work
experience are part of the same process.We cultivate and embrace a
diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse
backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and
enrich our global culture.We are looking for an individual who
enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to
be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a
difference.General SummaryReporting to the Director, Rigid
Packaging Procurement, the Senior Buyer, Rigid Packaging
Procurement is responsible for overseeing the procurement of rigid
plastic and/or metal packaging for all Campbell locations. This
role responsibility includes working closely with key suppliers to
gain maximum value during the contract period; planning,
formulating, guiding, driving, and monitoring implementation of
category management strategies for all Campbell locations in a
designated region; ensuring quality of materials, competitive
pricing, adherence to company policies, procurement processes and
endeavors related to the operation of a proactive and strategic
Global Procurement Business Unit. The individual will be expected
to deliver Procurement s financial and process goals and objectives
while driving strategic alignment and developing strong
partnerships with our internal business unit s leadership and
strategic external partners. Strong leadership on both developing
and implementing the strategic direction of the portfolio, in
addition, to influencing skills both cross functionally and
regionally are essential for this position. This person will be
responsible for working closely with the cross-functional teams to
manage and implement all projects across the network. They will be
responsible for coordinating all sourcing and contracting directly,
and indirectly through the Packaging category leads and the Brand,
R&D, Innovation, Quality, Operation, and Supply Chain
teams.Primary ResponsibilitiesPlan, formulate, guide, drive and
monitor implementation of category management strategies and
activities for all key spend categories within the role.Support
Strategic Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programs that
focus on quality, productivity and innovation which drive synergies
with top tier suppliers.Work to Influence cross functional
stakeholders to align and make decisions that impact category
and/or business unit(s) and/or functions (R&D, Fin, QA) both
within and outside areas of accountabilityIdentify and work to
deliver enhancements that result in tangible benefits to the bottom
line based on sound knowledge and analysis of internal and external
market analysis.Emerging skills in negotiation and expertise across
multiple categories & suppliersOversee and guide design and
construction of category-specific road maps for institutionalizing
category management focus (actions, timing, resources,
dependencies, etc.).Cultivate tracking and monitoring of supplier
markets for key categories during the duration of contracts
(including benchmarking against industry/market standards.)Evaluate
strategies based on changing market conditions and provide input
during strategic sourcing activities, including internal and
external analysis and negotiations.Effectively communicate market
dynamics to business unit leaders ensuring alignment of category
strategies.Job ComplexitiesAbility to interact with team members at
all levels in the organization, as well as senior leadership across
multiple functions in a matrixed environment. The individual must
have the ability to influence the direction of the business and
align and engage resources that are outside of their area of
responsibility.Demonstrate strategic thought leadership in moving
Procurement strategies forward with respect to direct
categories.Work without direction and determine own methods to
accomplish work.High frequency of interaction with external
suppliers and business partners.Travel (15% - 20%) as required to
perform duties.Minimum RequirementsBachelor's Degree required;
Master s Degree preferred.Minimum of 3 years of procurement and /
or related supply chain / CPG industry experience
required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities PreferredStrong
leadership, facilitation, motivation, and interpersonal skills,
with a proven ability to lead and execute change
management.Experience in a cross company and/or cross matrix
environment managing large complex projects strongly
preferred.Demonstrated self-starter, imaginative/innovator, and
able to set executive direction.Strong written and oral
communication skills, decision making / problem solving skills, and
influencing and team building skills.Strategic and analytical
thinker.Strong experience in procurement related and/or finance and
contracts.ACRThe Company is committed to providing equal
opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the
employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital
status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other
classification protected by law.In that regard, U.S. applicants and
employees are protected from discrimination based on certain
categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional
information.
Keywords: Campbell Soup Company, Camden , Senior Buyer, Rigid Packaging Procurement (Hybrid), Other , Camden, New Jersey
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