Category Buyer - Raw Material

We are seeking a dynamic, motivated and driven individual to join our Plastic Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing large suppliers, driving productivity, supporting resiliency and building up strong relationships. You should be comfortable navigating in a complex business environment, taking full ownership and accountability of your portfolio and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.

Your ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver IMPACTful results will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities

Category Management: Own the end-to-end portfolio management as SSL including strategy development, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract implementations Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, and long-term collaboration.

Productivity & Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and service levels, such as Negotiations, Change of Supplier, Quality Value Engineering Project Leadership: Lead and support complex cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.

Risk Management: Monitor market trends and supply risks, proactively developing mitigation strategies to ensure supply chain resiliency. Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze spend data, market intelligence, and supplier performance to support decision-making and continuous improvement. Compliance & Governance: Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.

What qualifications will make you successful? 6+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain Strong negotiation and communication skills Ability and experience to manage large negotiation Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to manage complex portfolio independently Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and procurement tools Agile, proactive, and results-oriented Familiarity with cost breakdown approach Knowledge of plastics and injection molding market / process (preferred) Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe What's in it for me?

High-visibility role where your work directly impacts organizational efficiency and strategy Opportunity to lead initiatives and shape procurement practices across the business Collaborative culture that values expertise and invests in your professional development Exposure to diverse projects that expand your skills and business knowledge Life, Accident and Health insurance packages (Medicare White Spring) Cafeteria allowance Home Office and Utility allowances Yearly bonus WESOP (World Employee Share Ownership Plan) to become a shareholder in the company Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to support your success — apply today!

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We are seeking a dynamic, motivated and driven individual to join our Plastic Procurement team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing large suppliers, driving productivity, supporting resiliency and building up strong relationships. You should be comfortable navigating in a complex business environment, taking full ownership and accountability of your portfolio and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.

Your ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver IMPACTful results will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities

Category Management: Own the end-to-end portfolio management as SSL including strategy development, supplier selection, negotiation, and contract implementations Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance, innovation, and long-term collaboration.

Productivity & Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and service levels, such as Negotiations, Change of Supplier, Quality Value Engineering Project Leadership: Lead and support complex cross-functional projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business goals.

Risk Management: Monitor market trends and supply risks, proactively developing mitigation strategies to ensure supply chain resiliency. Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze spend data, market intelligence, and supplier performance to support decision-making and continuous improvement. Compliance & Governance: Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.

What qualifications will make you successful? 6+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain Strong negotiation and communication skills Ability and experience to manage large negotiation Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to manage complex portfolio independently Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel and procurement tools Agile, proactive, and results-oriented Familiarity with cost breakdown approach Knowledge of plastics and injection molding market / process (preferred) Willingness to travel occasionally within Europe What's in it for me?

High-visibility role where your work directly impacts organizational efficiency and strategy Opportunity to lead initiatives and shape procurement practices across the business Collaborative culture that values expertise and invests in your professional development Exposure to diverse projects that expand your skills and business knowledge Life, Accident and Health insurance packages (Medicare White Spring) Cafeteria allowance Home Office and Utility allowances Yearly bonus WESOP (World Employee Share Ownership Plan) to become a shareholder in the company Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to support your success — apply today!