Group Buyer Packaging Materials

A Group Buyer Packaging Materials is an analytical, commercial and strategic negotiator, responsible for the strategic procurement of our packaging categories on a group level. Working closely with different colleagues in different areas and departments within the whole Lotus Bakeries Group, you ensure that the chosen sourcing strategies are exectured accordingly. You analyze market information and processes in order to develop effective sourcing strategies and action plans.

You work closely with your main stakeholders on translating their business strategy of existing and new product development You manage packaging and supplier portfolios on a strategic, tactical and operational level while searching for new opportunities. Concluding framework contracts while finding an optimal balance between quality, reliability, sustainability and total cost of ownership is also part of this role. You also monitor contracts, volumes, price differences, raw material evolutions on a regular basis.

When introducing newly sourced suppliers, you handle their end-to-end implementation. To be able to achieve the above and be successful in this role we believe you need to have:

A master’s degree, preferably in economics combined with 2-5 years of experience in procurement, FMCG and/or packaging is a plus Good negotiation skills with an analytical mindset and a commercial feeling A high value on open communication in building up professional relationships An inquisitive nature that shows engagement, motivation and professionalism Fluency in Dutch and English, French is a plus An openness for occasional travelling and supplier visits