Senior Buyer - direct materials

Are you prepared to embark on a thrilling professional journey as a Senior Buyer in the field of Coating and Adhesives procurement? Join a growing team of a global leader in packaging,   and become a pivotal player in shaping the future of procurement within the EMEA region.
In this role, you'll have the chance to make a substantial impact, working alongside dedicated professionals to drive strategic sourcing, enhance supplier relationships, and revolutionize procurement practices. 
Your expertise will be pivotal in realizing cost savings and improving our category performance. If you're ready for an exciting challenge and the opportunity to leave your mark in the world of procurement, we'd love to hear from you!

As a key member of the Liquids & Prepress Procurement Group in AFEMEA, the Buyer for Coatings & Adhesives plays a crucial role in driving strategic sourcing initiatives for Inks, Prepress, Adhesives, Coatings, and Solvents. This role is instrumental in achieving procurement excellence and meeting ambitious targets. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing coatings and raw materials, supporting adhesives-related sourcing activities, ensuring access to relevant market information, and contributing to the implementation of category strategies.

Key Responsibilities:
• Manage volume allocations with sites and suppliers to ensure continuity of supply.
• Distribute price lists and maintain category databases.
• Continuously identify opportunities to reduce prices and costs.
• Prepare negotiations and meetings by collecting, analyzing data, and summarizing conclusions.
• Handle data for tenders and other critical procurement projects.
• Support the Category Procurement Manager (CPM) in achieving optimal outcomes during negotiations.
• Contribute to business cases, make-or-buy studies, and category-related step-change opportunities.
• Track raw materials for both adhesives and coatings categories.
• Support the CPM in implementing Cost Out activities in collaboration with local plants.
• Regularly update changes in food safety requirements in coordination with food safety teams.
• Manage purchasing tools (KMS = Claim handling tool, Artemis = Data warehouse, RebTT = Rebate tracker) and support CPM with managing GSTT = global saving tracking tool, PMT = Price movement tool, MMR monthly management report
• Provide data and support to the Group Procurement Director (GPD) on an ad-hoc basis.

• An opportunity to work for a global leader in packaging.
• Enjoy a hybrid working model, with 2 days of remote work.
• Competitive salary range
• Annual bonus 
• Recognition through service awards.
• Access to a Multisport card for your well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional support.
• Healthcare insurance coverage.
If you're excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you!
Please let us know, and we'll be happy to provide you with more information and discuss your experience further.