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Salary+/- 100 k€ + Bonus based on performanceLocationAmsterdam, NetherlandsIndustryCosmeticsJob Description
Job Description:
Our client, a renowned global brand headquartered in France, is a leader in the luxury wellness and personal care industry. Dedicated to elevating everyday routines into enriching experiences, the company employs over 6,500 people worldwide and is known for its innovative approach to sustainability and premium product offerings. As they continue to expand their international footprint, they are setting new benchmarks in the market and redefining industry standards.
The Role:
As the Category Buyer for Sustainable Packaging Solutions, you will be based in Amsterdam and will play a pivotal role in the procurement strategy for primary packaging materials across key product lines. You will manage a procurement budget of several hundred million euros for packaging materials, collaborating closely with various teams such as Innovation, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure the delivery of high-quality, sustainable packaging solutions that align with the company’s ambitious growth and environmental goals. You will also manage supplier relationships and lead strategic initiatives to support the brand’s long-term sustainability targets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement a global procurement strategy for packaging materials focusing on sustainability, cost efficiency, and supplier innovation.
- Supplier Management: Build and maintain long-term relationships with strategic suppliers, ensuring alignment with the company’s sustainability and quality standards.
- New Product Development: Support the product development process from concept to launch by providing early-stage cost estimations and sourcing solutions that meet the company’s commercial and quality requirements.
- Risk Management: Conduct supply base risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to ensure a robust and reliable supply chain.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Lead projects aimed at reducing the environmental impact of packaging, such as promoting the use of recycled materials and implementing the company’s refill movement.
What We're Looking For:
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, ideally within the cosmetics or consumer goods industry with a focus on packaging materials.
- Strong knowledge of packaging materials such as plastics, glass, aluminum, and wood.
- A strategic mindset with the ability to drive both short-term and long-term improvements.
- Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders across different cultures.
- Proven experience in managing complex supplier relationships and leading cross-functional teams.
- A passion for sustainability and innovation aligned with the company’s mission to make a positive impact on people and the planet.
- Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch and/or French is an advantage.
Salary: +/- 100 k€ + Bonus based on performance
Benefits- Annual bonus based on performance
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