Packaging (Supply Chain) CPG Manager wanted in SF

If you are a professional with a penchant for packaging and you're obsessed with cool, fun, and interesting methods to package goods and you also happen to be a supplier development guru…please read on.

This person/manager is a supply chain superstar with that “special something” – passion for both people and purchasing.  You are primarily responsible for managing the overall packaing supplier qualification process, creating sourcing plans, supplier analysis, recommending purchasing and sourcing decisions to management, and the package design process. This position is all about owning the process and having fun doing it.

·       Manage all packaging and raw materials sourcing.

·       Supporting new packaging and design initiatives.

·       Manage new supplier qualifications.

·       Manage and measure suppliers for continuous performance and improvement.

·       Lead and support problem solving efforts and hands-on involvement in production operations.

·       Coordinate raw material testing and analysis to support new supplier qualifications.

·       Partner with operations, technical teams, and suppliers to develop/document well-defined specifications producing cost-effective, quality products.

·       Provide inovative insight into new package design initiatives & problem solving skills.

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS

·       Analyze, develop, and implement key cost savings initiatives throughout all commodity lines, co-manufactured products, fixed assets, and service providers.

·       Successfully launch new products with innovative design and capabilities.

·       Develop cost standards in conjunction with operations, suppliers, and finance.

·       Fully integrate and own the packaging design process.

·       Establish parameters for integration with internal audits.

·       Reduce overall procurement spend/case.

QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES

·       5+ years experience in purchasing as it relates to packaging. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

·       Proven track record on managing commodities.

·       Experience utilizing ERP systems

·       Demonstrated experience in applying common procurement processes and supplier management.

·       Knowledge of raw materials, food production processes, quality control, costs, and other purchasing related processes.

·       Good organizational skills; problem solving skills; multi-tasking; flexible and able to manage multiple projects. Must have strong analytical and mathematical skills. 

·       Demonstrated success in working in a cross-functional, team oriented environment.

·       Ability to work well under pressure and provide follow-up with strong attention to detail.

·       Superior communication skills to handle all facets of strong supply chain partner relationships.

·       Proven supplier relationship skills & contract negotiation skills.

send resumes and salary requirements to ameet@kineticreative.com