**Description** Lead the development, implementation, and execution of global sourcing strategies for assigned commodities (Folding Cartons & Paperboard) to achieve broad based business objectives. Responsibilities include setting vision and ensuring the implementation of the procurement strategies across Brands and the Supply Chain. Support the management of our strategic partners focused on mutual revenue growth, ensuring first access to innovation and margin optimization. Responsible for managing $ 80 million in packaging spend and $13 billion Impact on Revenue. •Working collaboratively throughout the supply chain to drive cost, quality and supply improvements through Supplier management, standardization, and negotiations for assigned commodities •Develop, advocate, and implement sourcing strategies for assigned commodities to achieve short and long-term objectives, working closely with related internal departments (i.e. R&D, Packaging, Marketing, Quality) to ensure that GSR commitments meet all internal requirements. •Support cross-functional management/enablement of our strategic relationships with key partners •Lead cross Brand Supplier negotiations to ensure the best overall cost position for the Organization for assigned commodities. Negotiate, develop and approve contracts, agreements, supplier direction and business awards •Responsible for the overall strategic supplier relationship to ensure a collaborative working relationship throughout the Supply Chain •Maintain a deep understanding of industry’s best practices and technology trends and educate team members and business partners as needed. Work with relevant internal departments on strategies related to changing global regulatory compliance requirements and environmental best practices. •Develop and lead the strategy to mitigate Supplier and industrial risks within assigned commodities •Utilize the tools, and processes to optimize sourcing, supplier activities, and efficiencies. Work collaboratively with team members to prioritize and drive implementation •Lead the budget process across Brands for assigned commodities •Support sustainability efforts within assigned commodities •In collaboration with the innovation groups, evaluate supplier capabilities and establish sources for new technologies and markets as dictated by business requirements More specifically, for the secondary packaging portfolio, lead the team to: •Develop a pricing methodology (formula, tier pricing…) with converters / printers that deliver transparency, competitiveness, stability, and ease of implementation •Develop a methodology with Material Management to find the best balance between order quantities and cost – and design a process for a regular review of the MOQ considering cost vs. inventory / E&O •Focus on new printing technologies and supply process that could deliver shorter lead-time, smaller runs, security printing, late-stage differentiation, and shaded cartons. Work on solutions for fast proofing during the development process (new launches). •Seek for solution on printing sustainability (paper waste, hazardous chemicals, recycled paper, plastic substitutes, …) •Define a board (material) strategy to ensure capacity, security of supply, lead-time, certification, and best value for money. In particular look at board format harmonization and board supply chain with our printers / converters. **Qualifications** + University Degree + Minimum 8 years related experience + Have experiences in a packaging procurement global category role, preferably covering seconday or tertiary packaging + Preferably have management experience + Must be a fact based decision maker, pragmatic, resourceful, and proactive + Must have a “can-do” and “will-do” attitude with respect to accomplishing goals, making the numbers, and satisfying the needs of internal and external customers Equal Opportunity Employer It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. 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