Senior Category Buyer, Indirects - Packaging industry

Position: Senior Category Buyer, Indirects, India

Location: Thane (Hiranandani Estate)

Company details:

Huhtamaki India Ltd. is a leading provider of primary consumer packaging & decorative labelling solutions in India, and part of Huhtamaki Oyj, a Finnish-based global food packaging major. Packing memorable experiences together with our customers and partners since 1935, today we are a total solutions company with a Pan-India presence, backed by 10 manufacturing sites and 5 customer support centers with employee strength of more than 2800.

Catering to both, domestic as well as global demand, our tube laminates are designed for segments such as food, oral care, skin care, pharma and other non-food items. As specialists of flexible packaging, our purpose is to help great products reach more people, more easily.

Huhtamaki is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Huhtamaki Global - https://www.huhtamaki.com/

Huhtamaki India - https://www.huhtamaki.com/en-in/flexible-packaging/

Role Summary:

Plant/

The role requires strong negotiation skills to get the best closure as per the cost competitiveness for the organization. The incumbent is required to adhere to the internal costing guidelines.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Plant OPEX/CAPEX Requirement:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand Plant procurement needs and ensure timely acquisition of necessary resources.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and negotiate contracts to obtain the best value for the organization.
• Monitor Plant procurement activities to ensure compliance with company policies and budgetary constraints.

2. Plant Waste Management/Assets Sale Requirement:

• Work closely with Plant teams to understand process waste needs and ensure timely acquisition of necessary resources.
• Evaluate vendor/buyer proposals and negotiate contracts to obtain the best value for the organization.
• Ensure adherence to audit standards and regulations in all procurement/Sales activities.

3. Maintain Records and SIP (Supplier Information Portal):

• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and vendor information.
• Utilize the Supplier Information Portal to manage supplier relationships, performance evaluations, and compliance documentation.
• Regularly update and review SIP data to ensure data integrity and alignment with organizational needs.

4. Co-ordination and Following Up with Vendors & Plants:

• Serve as the primary point of contact between vendors, internal stakeholders, and manufacturing plants.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including purchase orders, delivery schedules, and invoicing processes.
• Follow up with vendors and plants to ensure timely delivery of goods and services and address any issues or concerns that may arise.

5. Cost Comparison & Analysis:

• Conduct cost comparison analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend strategies for cost optimization.
• Analyse pricing structures, supplier contracts, and market trends to negotiate favourable terms and conditions.
• Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality standards and supplier relationships.

• 6. Plant/Vendor Visits:

• Organize and conduct visits to manufacturing plants and vendor facilities to assess operations, quality standards, and performance.
• Build strong relationships with key vendors and plants to foster collaboration and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Gather feedback from plant and vendor visits to identify areas for process improvement and optimization.

Reporting to : Country Category Manager Indirect, India

Perks and benefits: Best in the industry. CTC offered includes fixed, variable, plus benefits like medical insurance for self and family, telephone reimbursement etc clubbed with employee centric policies.

Role Specific Competencies / Skills:

Ability to multitask and prioritize: to work autonomously / as part of a team.

High on Negotiation Skills.

Knowledge of tools and processes required for Indirect Sourcing.

Good understanding of MS Office suite

Strong business acumen and analytical skills to provide detailed and valuable business analysis to management.

Handson with daytoday operations, able to work under pressure & ambiguity to deliver results and observe deadlines.

High on integrity and collaboration.

Ability to travel across sites / offices

Experience in Manufacturing (FMCG, Consumer industry) will be an added advantage