**Overview**
KDPIreland is seeking an ambitious Manager to lead the strategic sourcing activities for selected packaging materials within its Global Procurement team.
The Manager will cultivate value for the business in the form of cost reduction, risk mitigation, sustainability solutions, growth & innovation, enhanced quality, and improved service delivery.
The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional partners and external suppliers to build robust category strategies that deliver business unit objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Be Procurement's subject matter expert for selected direct material components.
* Leverage KDP Procurement's strategic category management framework to generate internal and external insights.
* Collaborate with key business partners to develop category strategies that meet the needs of the business units pertaining to Safety, Quality, Service, Sustainability, Cost, Innovation.
* Execute sourcing projects utilizing Ariba (e.g., RFQ/RFP/RFI, on-line Auction, Collaborative sourcing, multi-event negotiations, etc.).
* Lead all aspects of supplier lifecycle management, including identification, selection, onboarding, contract management, performance management, risk management, and offboarding.
* Develop annual operating plans and quarterly forecasts with support from Finance.
* Establish & maintain a master contract management system for all spends within scope.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited university; Field of study in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related area preferred.
* Minimum four years strategic Procurement experience in a complex Supply Chain organization; CPG experience preferred.
* Possession of a passion to identify opportunities and drive positive change with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Able to consistently build and maintain relationships.
* Demonstrates strong financial analytical skills.
* Adept at leading projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing others to drive results.
* Ability to navigate and thrive in a multinational and matrix environment.
* Effective communicator with all levels and settings.
* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload and operate successfully in a fast-paced environment.
* Proficient in MS Office suite and experience working with ERP systems; Experience with SAP Ariba preferred.
About KDP Ireland
We are committed to maintaining an extraordinarily brilliant, remarkably diverse, and decidedly engaged team.
We invest in the development and growth of our employees and promote continuous learning to enable progressive career tracks.
We offer a competitive salary and bonus structure, and excellent employee benefits including private medical care, pension contributions, and holiday entitlements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seek diversity in our workforce.