Global Sourcing Director for Packaging Solutions

vor 2 Wochen

Nienburg, Niedersachsen, Deutschland H.B. Fuller Vollzeit
Job Title: Global Sourcing Director for Packaging Solutions

At H.B. Fuller, we are the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, with a revenue of $3.5 billion in 2023. Our mission is to Connect What Matters, and we achieve this by collaborating with customers across 30 market segments in over 140 countries.

We are seeking a highly skilled Global Sourcing Director for Packaging Solutions to join our team. This role will be responsible for developing and executing complex global sourcing strategies to provide business-building innovation, assurance of supply, superior cost management, and uncompromising stewardship.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for packaging categories with cross-functional teams.
  • Analyse emerging technologies, supplier capability analysis, supplier relationship management, long-term supply and demand models, should cost analyses, etc.
  • Understand and appreciate the responsibilities of all direct reports.
  • Experience sourcing packaging categories.
  • Develop a deep understanding of packaging regulations and their implications for H.B. Fuller.
  • Provide training and resources to cross-functional teams, ensuring they are well-informed about packaging regulations.
  • Participate in industry associations on behalf of H.B. Fuller.
  • Identify and deliver savings projects ongoing both individually and via direct reports.
  • Develop and manage all supplier relationships within his/her area of responsibility on a day-to-day basis, plus coach direct reports in their relationships.
  • Lead global spend pool team(s) to develop global sourcing strategies as assigned.
  • Analyse markets routinely to create accurate cost forecasts for the assigned spendpools.
  • Ensure respective spend is fully documented and traceable in the system(s).
  • Identify emerging technologies and trends and determine how to create value in the supply chain.
  • Lead global projects, which will most often involve cross-functional participation, in any of the key sourcing areas (e.g., raw materials, packaging, tolling, and other indirect systems).
  • Utilize Total Cost of Ownership tools to deliver the best total value.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers to ensure supply, control pricing, and mitigate risk.
  • Be an expert in contractual negotiations and business consequences linked to contracts.
  • Build a strong network within H.B. Fuller Sourcing and other functions around the globe.
  • Ensure compliance with law and regulations for relevant sourcing activities under his/her charge and compliance with applicable corporate policies and procedures, including Delegation of Authority, Decision Authority, H.B. Fuller Code of Conduct, and any sourcing policies such as Ethical Conduct, Conflict of Interest, etc.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, Economics, and 5+ years of related experience.
  • Fluent in English.
  • In-depth working knowledge of packaging markets.
  • Must be able to define and articulate sourcing strategies reflecting historical and current market conditions and subsequently create a roadmap for creating the best total value for the company.
  • Travel: Domestic and international, willing to travel on short notice is possible.
  • Well-versed in business practices for western European countries, United States, Brazil, & China, etc.
  • Demonstrated experience leading global cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated success nurturing/growing/managing direct reports and collaborative teams.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills in English, other languages desired (e.g., French/German/Chinese).
  • Leadership capabilities.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Ability to effectively communicate/influence/manage change.
  • Anticipates and responds to change with ease and agility.
  • Seeks solutions to strengthen quality/value/service/efficiency.
Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per annum

This role is based in Mindelo, Vila do Conde, Portugal. If you are a highly motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at H.B. Fuller.

At H.B. Fuller, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are interested in this role, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to our careers page.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to join our team at H.B. Fuller.

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