Procurement Category Manager, Packaging

Summary of Position:

The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for timely, efficient, ethical, and cost-effective negotiation and purchasing for material and services.

Functions Performed:

• Develops purchasing strategy, in conjunction with Director of Packaging Procurement, for each category assigned.
• Participates in strategic sourcing including vendor selection, contract and price negotiation for packaging for all JBSS facilities to ensure uninterrupted supply and competitive pricing.
• Ensures contracts with vendors are documented and consistent with corporate objectives under the direction of the Director, Procurement.
• Manages Supplier Scorecards for key suppliers and solicits input from internal stakeholders to ensure cross functional alignment on preferred suppliers. Maintains Vendor Deficiency Log (SQF Requirement).
• Tracks and communicates industry price trends and competitive situations to senior management.
• Is responsible for purchasing/replenishment of packaging raw materials, packaging supplies, and services that are within the Category Manager’s scope.
• Coordinates purchasing activities with other departments to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained.
• Coordinates purchasing activities with Sales/Marketing/Creative Services for package and/or graphics redesigns.
• Coordinates new package design, development, qualification and implementation with vendors and internally.
• Develops and documents policies and procedures to improve purchasing efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts/Science degree in business discipline preferred.
• Five plus years of experience in packaging purchasing required.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Quality planning and project management skills and ability to work with other departments necessary.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Office application necessary.

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $109,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-site gym
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Packaging Purchasing: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Elgin, IL 60123: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Elgin, IL 60123