Vacatures manager

Sr Buyer - Upstream & Sustainability

City: Schiphol

About the role

Reckitt is looking for a Senior Buyer for upstream and sustainability management of Paper & Pulp based Packaging materials reporting to Procurement Manager. Based in Amsterdam, this role will be responsible for the procurement of commodities like Solid Box Board, Corrugated Paper, Viscose & other paper and pulp-based products and drive sustainability initiatives in this category.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for commodities under scope
• Monitor market conditions, offering procurement insights based on commodity trends and prices
• Prepare monthly forecasts and report incorporating market insights and trend
• Negotiate contracts and terms of agreement with suppliers to ensure the best possible terms
• Engage in supplier selection, focusing on optimal service, cost, and quality
• Coordinate and facilitate communication between internal & external stakeholders to drive various upstream paper projects
• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with the procurement Operating Model and SOP

The experience we're looking for

• Bachelor/master’s degree in business, science/engineering, supply chain or equivalent
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Procurement
• Experience with upstream projects or within paper or plastic packaging solutions
• Good English communication skills oral and written, second language is a plus
• Excellence in negotiation, coupled with sharp analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• A proactive nature, adept at balancing multiple tasks with meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communicator with solid interpersonal skills for both internal teams and external partners
• Proficient with procurement systems and the MS Office Suite, enabling swift management of procurement activities

The skills for success

Supply Chain Management, Relationship Management, Business Acumen, Productivity management, Improve business processes, Distribution Logistics, Logistics Management, Management Third-party Logistics Providers, Supply Chain Planning, Vendor Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Supply Management, Procurement, Category Management Expertise.

What we offer

We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

Equality

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

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