AMEA Packaging and Strategic Projects Procurement Manager at Upfield

About The Position

• As part of the AMEA Procurement Team, the primary purpose of this position is to create and maintain Packaging Category Strategies in AMEA (Asia, Middle East and Africa) Region as well as represent Procurement for Strategic Projects

So, what does it take to be successful in this role?

• Strategic Procurement Expertise:
  • Demonstrate a proven track record of at least 7 years in Materials Procurement within a multinational setting.
  • Develop and maintain Packaging Category Strategies, including sourcing strategies, market studies, and supplier base management.
• Effective Stakeholder Management:
  • Exemplify a high degree of personal integrity, strong interpersonal skills, and negotiation capabilities.
  • Collaborate seamlessly with internal stakeholders such as Procurement Global and Cluster teams, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Legal teams.
• Adaptability and Change Management:
  • Showcase flexibility and adaptability, particularly in large-scale change management projects within an international context.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team, fostering strong working relationships across diverse organizational functions.
• Communication and Language Proficiency:
  • Possess excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, ensuring effective interaction with diverse stakeholders.
  • Represent Procurement in various forums, articulating insights on category dynamics and project status.
• Project Management and Financial Acumen:
  • Utilize strong project management skills to lead and participate in the implementation of projects, adhering to budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
  • Demonstrate financial acumen by establishing budgets, tracking variances, and managing risks in collaboration with Finance and Key Stakeholders.
• Successful candidates will enjoy working in a virtual and multicultural environment, adept at navigating supplier meetings, manufacturing plant meetings, and other travel requirements essential to the role.