Procurement Manager Packaging with German

“Greater Chemistry – between People and Planet” – it is our Purpose which leads company’s Strategy: • We are shaping the future with our customers. • We are accelerating innovation. • We are leading the transition towards sustainability. • We are building a culture of possibilities.By joining us, you create an actual impact on sustainability, innovation, relations with the customers and development of your own career. What will you be doing? Prepare and execute category sourcing strategies for all packaging related expenditure including raw materials, transport and logistics, quality, and supply security in alignment with Head of Indirect Spend, Head of Procurement and BU/Function targets. Conduct in-depth spend analysis on current and historical expenditure to identify opportunities. Manage relationships with existing suppliers through ongoing monitoring, performance reviews, and account management and monitor supplier quality, delivery times, and customer service metrics. Work closely with internal stakeholders in production, marketing, sales to understand business needs. Continuously identify sourcing projects and initiatives for cost optimization and process improvement. Support and ensure compliance and audit (internal/external) conform processes. What are we looking for? Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field Min. 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably within the packaging industry Professional certification in procurement such as CPP or CPSM would be an asset Project management skills Risk management experience Understanding of environmental and sustainability concepts in packaging Commercial experience managing budgets/P&L for Procurement functions Language skills: Corporate language: English B2 Working with customers: German B2 What’s in it for you? Possibility to work in a Top Employer 2024 certified company. A rewarding challenge to further develop your skills in a professional work environment. An opportunity to be a part of the team with great enthusiasm for the business and for delivering top class services. Career development within our organization. Language bonuses. II Shift Bonus. Relocation packages. Internal and external trainings. Benefits such as sport card (Multisport), private health care, additional life insurance. Hybrid work model. Language courses. Corrective eyeglasses refund. Performance related yearly bonus. Broad range of initiatives provided by Social Team (cultural, sporty, loan found, various contest, occasional bonuses etc.). Discount card for the various restaurants. Integrational team events. Possibility to participate in the charity activities. Excellent working conditions in Monopolis complex in Lodz (wheelchair accessible workplace). #LI-ZG1 ​​​​​​ Clariant is a focused specialty chemical company led by the overarching purpose of ‘Greater chemistry – between people and planet’. By connecting customer focus, innovation, and people the company creates solutions to foster sustainability in different industries. On 31 December 2022, Clariant totaled a staff number of 11 148 and recorded sales of CHF 5.198 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. As of January 2023, the Group conducts its business through the three newly formed Business Units Care Chemicals, Catalysts, and Adsorbents & Additives. Clariant is based in Switzerland. Learn more about Clariant Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube Our commitment to people - download our Employment Standards Brochure