Manager Procurement Packaging IMEA

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Permanent
Full-time

22 days ago

About this Position Located within Regional Hub in India, Category Team Member (CTM) will Contribute to ensure supply of the global cross-BU CT spend or regional spend, at best total e2e cost and at optimal terms and conditions whilst also getting the best access to supply base for innovation, at the same time also corroborate his/her team in specific tasks related to the processes in his / her responsibility.What you´ll do

Deep packaging expertise across paper, plastics, corrugate, glass, metal, and flexible films, with solid understanding of key manufacturing processes such as molding, extrusion, printing, and converting.
Strategic sourcing capability, including RFI/RFP/RFQ management, negotiations, supplier awarding, and development of category strategies.
Supplier relationship management, covering performance reviews, risk management, innovation engagement, and contract oversight.
Advanced analytical proficiency with Excel (advanced), Power BI, and strong data interpretation and cost-modelling/should-cost analysis skills.
Regulatory and sustainability knowledge, including food-contact regulations, FSC, REACH, EPR, recyclability, recycled content, and carbon footprint reduction.
Cross-functional collaboration & project leadership, working effectively with R&D, operations, marketing, quality, and finance on projects and change initiatives.
Strong behavioral competencies, including communication, negotiation, problem-solving, critical thinking, agility, and familiarity with ERP/eSourcing tools (SAP, Ariba, Coupa, etc.).

What makes you a good fit

Minimum 8 years of work experience
Desired Education - Any BE - Chemical preferred
Deep knowledge of packaging materials: paper, plastics, corrugate, glass, metal, flexible films.
Understanding of packaging manufacturing: molding, extrusion, printing, converting.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements: food-contact norms, FSC, REACH, EPR.
Strong analytical capability using Excel, Power BI, and data analysis tools.
Commercial and financial understanding of cost drivers, indices, and contract management.
Experience working with ERP and eSourcing systems (SAP, Ariba, Coupa).
Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work with agility in global, fast-paced environments.

Some perks of joining Henkel

Diverse national and international growth opportunities
Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.

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