Sr. Buyer, Packaging

Chicago, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 110000 - 120000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Worlds Finest Chocolate does more than make delicious chocolate. Since 1949 weve helped our fundraising customers raise over $! These funds are used to buy playgrounds pay for reading specialists purchase musical instruments fund field trips and more. Our employees work as a team to support our companys mission: To Deliver Extraordinary Value with Fun & Purpose.

POSITION OVERVIEW: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Buyer Packaging to join our Procurement team. This individual will lead sourcing and procurement initiatives for food and confectionery packaging materials including paperboard and flexible packaging. The ideal candidate brings 510 years of experience in consumer products packaging procurement a strong understanding of packaging specifications and a proven ability to manage cross-functional collaboration supplier relationships negotiate contracts and drive project execution with excellence and integrity.

This role is hybrid in Chicago IL reporting to the Purchasing Director
Schedule: MondayFriday 8:30AM 5:00PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for packaging materials (emphasis on paperboard/flexible packaging) and track key performance metrics (KPIs PPV/IPV)
Lead supplier identification qualification negotiation and performance management ensuring alignment with company standards and customer expectations
Execute contracts and agreements for favorable terms savings and supply assurance
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D Marketing Operations and Quality to support packaging innovation cost optimization and sustainability initiatives
Manage packaging specifications and changes ensuring documentation accuracy and timely implementation across internal systems and supplier networks
Lead and support multiple packaging projects simultaneously supporting growth projects cost savings and efficiency improvement
Monitor market trends and supply risks and develop contingency plans as needed
Ensure compliance with regulatory food safety and ethical sourcing standards
Serve as a communication bridge between internal stakeholders and external partners

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Packaging Engineering Economics Pre-Law or related field or equivalent experience
510 years experience in packaging procurement (preference in food/confectionery)
3 years in strategic sourcing (CPG food or related industries preferred)
Experience in procurement practices vendor relations and contract law
Knowledge of paperboard/flexible packaging supply markets and technical performance attributes
Experience in contract negotiation supplier development and cost reduction initiative
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence and collaborate
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle JD Edwards)
Experience with packaging sustainability programs and material innovations
Understanding of food safety and quality compliance (e.g. FDA GFSI SQF)

COMPENSATION:

Base Salary: $110000$120000 per year
Annual Bonus: 10% of base salary based on company and/or individual performance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness Program
401k Matching
HSA/FSA
LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
STD/LTD
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Worlds Finest Chocolate is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing an environment of respect and inclusivity for all employees.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

This role is hybrid in Chicago IL reporting to the Purchasing Director
Schedule: MondayFriday 8:30AM 5:00PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for packaging materials (emphasis on paperboard/flexible packaging) and track key performance metrics (KPIs PPV/IPV)
Lead supplier identification qualification negotiation and performance management ensuring alignment with company standards and customer expectations
Execute contracts and agreements for favorable terms savings and supply assurance
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D Marketing Operations and Quality to support packaging innovation cost optimization and sustainability initiatives
Manage packaging specifications and changes ensuring documentation accuracy and timely implementation across internal systems and supplier networks
Lead and support multiple packaging projects simultaneously supporting growth projects cost savings and efficiency improvement
Monitor market trends and supply risks and develop contingency plans as needed
Ensure compliance with regulatory food safety and ethical sourcing standards
Serve as a communication bridge between internal stakeholders and external partners

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Packaging Engineering Economics Pre-Law or related field or equivalent experience
510 years experience in packaging procurement (preference in food/confectionery)
3 years in strategic sourcing (CPG food or related industries preferred)
Experience in procurement practices vendor relations and contract law
Knowledge of paperboard/flexible packaging supply markets and technical performance attributes
Experience in contract negotiation supplier development and cost reduction initiative
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence and collaborate
Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle JD Edwards)
Experience with packaging sustainability programs and material innovations
Understanding of food safety and quality compliance (e.g. FDA GFSI SQF)

COMPENSATION: