Senior Procurement Specialist

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet 

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.  

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together. 

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.  

Roles And Responsibility

• Supplier Identification & Evaluation: Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and conduct regular supplier assessments to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing strategies to meet business requirements, reduce costs, and enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Negotiation: Lead negotiations with suppliers on pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to ensure the best value and alignment with business needs.
• Contract Management: Draft, review, and finalize supplier contracts to ensure favourable terms and compliance with legal and company requirements.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers to ensure smooth operations and resolve issues efficiently.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions where necessary to ensure compliance with agreed-upon standards.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions, price fluctuations, and other external factors that could impact sourcing and procurement processes
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is must.
• 7 -10 years of experience in sourcing, procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of sourcing strategies, supplier evaluation techniques, and market analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) and experience with ERP systems.