Job Description

Our client is seeking a driven, analytical and detail-oriented Buyer to join the North American plastic packaging procurement team, as part of our global procurement organization. Primary focus will be on Blow & Injection molding commodity. Responsibilities include supporting RFQs and projects, take lead in projects and supplier communication, mold management, contract negotiations, capacity planning and financial analysis. As Senior Buyer you will work with the full range of disciplines and cultures, both internally and on the supplier side. The position is located in Parsippany NJ and knowledge of supply chain and direct procurement principles is advantageous.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Location: Parsippany, NJ

Pay Range: $30- $32/Hourly

What's the Job?

Essential Duties And Responsibilities
1) Develop and Implement sourcing strategies for Rigid Plastic Packaging Categories

• Optimize Cost and Working Capital
• Secure Supply and Enhance Delivery Performance
• Improve Quality and Service Levels
• Manage relationships with vendors and other internal stakeholders
• Source innovation and support organizations’ sustainability measures

2) Support Operations for Category

• Set up Sourcing events
• Lead RFQs for New Projects
• Perform data manipulation and analysis using Excel
• Provide recommendations
• Improve Processes: Embraces change and improvements, Buyer will be able to propose new ways of working and implement them

What's Needed?

• Demonstrated strong ownership & accountability.
• Good analytical skills, comfortable with numbers.
• Strong project management skills.
• Great sense of organization and strong attention to detail.
• Resourceful and autonomous while being a strong team player.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with a global procurement organization.
• Engage in meaningful projects that support sustainability measures.
• Collaborate with a diverse range of disciplines and cultures.
• Enhance your skills in procurement and supply chain management.
• Be part of a company recognized for its commitment to diversity and ethical practices.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells –creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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