Procurement Executive

Overview

Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.

As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don't compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.

To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led, resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility, we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Executive to manage the Procurement activities related to packaging materials. The ideal candidate will ensure timely and cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality standards. This role requires close collaboration with Planning, R&D, Marketing, Warehouse, and Finance teams to align purchasing activities with organizational needs and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Operations:
  • Source and purchase primary and secondary packaging materials according to company requirements.
  • Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate prices, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
  • Issue purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials.
  • Work closely with the Planning team to forecast packaging needs and align purchases with production schedules.
  • Collaborate with R&D and Marketing for new product development and packaging innovations.
  • Coordinate with the Warehouse team to ensure adequate stock levels and manage inventory turnover.
  • Liaise with the Finance department for budgeting, cost control, and invoice reconciliation.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Evaluate and onboard new suppliers as needed.
  • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications.
  • Monitor market trends and suggest alternative materials or suppliers to ensure business continuity and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 - 4 years of procurement experience, preferably in packaging materials.
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and supplier negotiation.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in FMCG, food & beverage, or manufacturing industry.

Understanding of packaging material specifications and sustainability requirements

pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.

We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business. We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.