at Pactiv Evergreen in Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Overview
The Sr. Buyer will be part of the strategic sourcing team for paper and/or packaging, reporting to a Senior Director. The position is responsible for management of all aspects of a managed category spend including; negotiation and execution of supply agreements, development and implementation of a category strategy, owning supplier relationship, sourcing innovative technologies to differentiate the PTVE and consistently deliver year-over-year savings to the bottom line.
Ideally this person will work a hybrid schedule- 2 days a week in Lake Forest, IL but we are open to 100% remote.
Packaging plays a critical role in keeping food and beverages protected and fresh while promoting products and brands. It enables on-the-go lifestyles while supporting brands’ sustainability efforts. Consumers in the U.S. use Pactiv Evergreen products approximately 5 billion times per week. That’s why we offer over 14,000 individual products in fourteen different materials. Our customers, large global brands as well as local businesses, trust our packaging to protect their products and their brands. Pactiv Evergreen is committed to offering sustainable packaging solutions, with an aggressive goal that 100% of our products will be made with materials that are recycled, recyclable or renewable by 2030.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Assist Procurement Sr. Director / Category Managers in developing and executing strategic sourcing strategies for paperboard and/or packaging.
2. Own and drive day-to-day supplier management including cost, delivery and quality for assigned areas of responsibility.
3. Support RFP’s, evaluate proposals, negotiate price and award business.
4. Identify and develop new sources for categories as needed.
5. Facilitate supplier discussions and bring to fruition activities to support improved material flow, strategic projects and cost reduction objectives.
6. Monitor supplier performance & identify cost reduction and productivity improvements.
7. Develop, analyze and present sourcing data to assist with targeting potential savings initiatives and developing improved supplier performance.
8. Identify bottlenecks in the supply-chain process and implement solutions to improve performance and mitigate risk.
9. Work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to implement cost reductions, streamline business processes and meet the needs of the business and customers.
10. Produce annual budgets for key materials using statistical, historical and market data.
11. Provide monthly price and market updates as a measure against budget. Provide monthly pricing as needed to update SAP outline agreements and standard costs.
12. Work with Regulatory Affairs team and suppliers to ensure 100% regulatory compliance
Qualifications
Skills and Competencies:
1. Demonstrated ability to comfortably and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
2. Utilize interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance. Must have the ability to persuade stakeholders internally and suppliers externally through strong relationships
3. Demonstrated ability to easily interface with plant personnel, manage projects and drive cost and process improvement
4. Analytical Skills – Must be able to relate & compare, securing relevant information and identifying key issues. This includes seeking and organizing information, and conducting relevant data analysis
5. Financial & Qualitative Acumen – Demonstrate an understanding of the use, interpretation and impact of key quantitative and financial measures
6. Visionary – Must be able to challenge existing processes and paradigms
7. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced team environment while also delivering independent results and maintaining calm composure
Qualifications – Mandatory
1. B.S in Supply Chain or related field from a four-year accredited college or university.
2. At least 6-8 years’ experience in procurement or a related field
1. General understanding of supplier markets and ability to perform market analysis
2. Strong Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word) and analytical skills
1. Ability to prioritize and multi-task work in fast paced environment interacting with plant personnel, suppliers and internal stakeholders
1. Ability to travel as needed for conferences, trainings, meetings, etc. (~ 15%)
Qualifications – Preferred
1. SAP Experience
2. Paper & Packaging experience – experience managing one or more categories of: paperboard, recovered fiber, pulp, corrugated, folding cartons, flexible packaging, labels, adhesives and pallets.
Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE)is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com.
Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.
Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.
For individuals hired to work inNew York City, California and Washington, and Colorado, Pactiv Evergreen is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The compensation rang is specific to the and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Pactiv Evergreen, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is$81,400-$135,600.
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Job Locations US
ID 2023-23180
Category Purchasing
Position Type Full Time
Pay Type Salaried
