Procurement Leader, Category & Strategic Projects

Build your Career with an Industry LeaderAs the global leader of premium labels MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. With over a century of printing experience we are focused on the futuredeveloping consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. When you join MCC you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic collaborative title: Procurement Leader Category & Strategic ProjectsThe Procurement Leader Category & Strategic Projects is a hybrid role responsible for developing and executing category strategies while leading high-impact cross-functional procurement initiatives from concept through implementation. This role partners closely with Global Category Managers and business stakeholders to drive cost optimization ensure continuity of supply and deliver measurable value through disciplined project execution and strong supplier : Category Strategy & Supplier ManagementSupport the development and execution of sourcing strategies for key categories (e.g. pressure sensitive and film materials)Partner with Global Category Managers to implement contracts supplier strategies and best practices across North AmericaLead supplier selection negotiations and ongoing performance managementEnsure supplier compliance with quality service and cost expectationsSupport supplier issue resolution including quality claims and performance improvement initiativesProject & Program LeadershipLead end-to-end procurement projects from initiation through implementation ensuring delivery on time within scope and on budgetBuild and manage project plans timelines and risk logs (RAID) while maintaining clear visibility to stakeholdersCoordinate cross-functional teams including operations engineering finance and suppliersFacilitate decision-making remove obstacles and escalate risks as neededDrive implementation of sourcing initiatives into operations ensuring sustainable outcomesAnalytics & Performance ManagementConduct sourcing and cost analyses including baseline assessments cost modeling and supplier benchmarkingTrack and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) including cost savings supplier performance and project outcomesDevelop insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-makingContribute to the development of procurement tools reporting and dashboardsStakeholder Engagement & Continuous ImprovementAct as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders aligning procurement initiatives with business prioritiesInfluence and collaborate across functions to drive alignment and accountabilitySupport change management efforts tied to procurement transformation initiativesIdentify opportunities to improve procurement processes tools and ways of workingQualifications: Bachelors degree in supply chain Business Engineering or a related field5 years of experience in procurement category management project management or related fieldProven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver measurable business resultsStrong analytical skills including cost modeling data analysis and supplier evaluationExperience managing supplier relationships sourcing processes and negotiationsExcellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of the organizationStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneouslyProficiency in Excel PowerPoint and project management tools (e.g. Smartsheet MS Project)Experience in a packaging manufacturing or industrial environment CompetenciesStrategic sourcing & category managementProject execution & delivery disciplineStakeholder management and influencing without authorityData-driven decision makingRisk management and problem solvingContinuous improvement mindsetThis role is primarily office-based or home office-based requiring extended periods of sitting computer use occasional walking or light lifting and may involve brief visits to manufacturing areas; reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed.