Sr. Category Manager – Packaging
Core
Strategic leadership role accountable for developing and executing a 12–36 month worldwide sourcing plan for packaging tiers, managing $100 MM in spend.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Packaging)
Builds
Global sourcing strategy and supplier networks for flexible, rigid, corrugated, labels, and tertiary packaging
Domain
Healthcare supply chain / Packaging procurement
Required skills
Global strategic sourcing, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, Index-based contracting, Supplier network diversification, Sustainability/ESG strategy, Cost analytics (should-cost modeling), Cross-functional governance
Preferred skills
Master's degree in Supply Chain/Packaging Engineering, Multilingual capabilities (Mandarin, Thai), APICS/ISM certification (CPIM/CPSM)
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba, Rosslyn
Responsibilities
Develop global category strategy for packaging; Structure index-linked agreements; Lead value creation through advanced total cost modeling; Track raw material trends to secure forward positions; Expand and diversify supplier network; Drive adoption of recycled content and lightweighting; Lead and coach regional procurement resources; Prepare executive updates on market dynamics and risk posture.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership