Packaging Sourcing Manager managing multi-million dollar packaging spend for C.H. Robinson. Driving sourcing initiatives and supplier performance with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for packaging materials, managing a multi-million-dollar packaging spend
Negotiate and secure optimal pricing, terms, and supply continuity for all packaging purchases
Analyze packaging spend data, supplier performance, and market trends to inform sourcing decisions
Build and maintain strong relationships with packaging vendors to ensure quality, service, and innovation
Lead complex negotiations with packaging suppliers to achieve cost savings and value improvements
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in packaging solutions, including sustainable and emerging technologies
Act as the primary liaison between customers, commercial teams, supply teams, growers, and packaging vendors to align packaging needs with operational capabilities
Lead cross-functional teams to implement new packaging initiatives and drive change across the organization
Present packaging sourcing strategies, business cases, and performance updates to executive leadership
Champion sustainable packaging practices and support the company’s environmental goals
Oversee packaging inventory across multiple locations, ensuring appropriate stock levels and avoiding shortages
Develop and execute contingency plans to mitigate risks related to packaging supply disruptions
Establish and track KPIs specific to packaging supplier performance, cost savings, sustainability, and risk management
Report regularly on packaging sourcing progress and recommend corrective actions as needed
Perform other packaging-related responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Bilingual in Spanish
Minimum of 6 years of work experience in large-scale projects
Minimum of 3 years of experience in packaging, packaging sales or procurement, vendor management, project management or supply chain operations
Experience working with food grade packaging items that require cold supply chain and experience with packaging vendors nationwide
Knowledge of sustainable packaging practices and emerging technologies
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex negotiations
Benefits
Three medical plans which include Prescription drug coverage
Enhanced Fertility benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
Dental and Vision
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid observed holidays
2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees
Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps.
Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada
Paid parental leave
Paid time off to volunteer in your community
Charitable Giving Match Program
401(k) with 6% company matching
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities
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