Global Strategic Sourcing Director for Packaging Procurement

ph3Job Description /h3 pAs Global Strategic Sourcing Director for Packaging, you'll lead the sourcing strategy across Aluminium, Flexible, Rigid, Glass, Carton, and Corrugated materials — with a spend responsibility of up to €1bn. Leading a team of 5–6 Category Managers and reporting to the Global VP Strategic Sourcing Direct Materials, you'll set the strategic direction, drive execution, and deliver tangible cost and cash results across a complex global supplier base. This is a senior leadership role for someone who combines deep packaging category expertise with the commercial sharpness and people leadership to make a lasting impact. /p pbWhat you’ll be doing: /b /p ul liBuild, lead, and coach a high-performing team of sourcing managers to develop and execute global packaging category strategies /li liDefine and implement category strategies across Aluminium, Flexible, Rigid, Glass, Carton, and Corrugated — tracking execution and benefits realisation /li liIdentify and deliver total cost of ownership savings, building longer-term productivity pipelines across the category portfolio /li liManage strategic supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and maintain a robust portfolio of agreements to manage supply, price, and quality risk /li liDrive innovation programmes — continuously scanning for new technologies, suppliers, and cost-saving opportunities /li liEnsure compliance with internal policies, the Combined Business Model, and oversee high-level risk management across categories /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 pWorking at JDE Peet's is hands‑on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We're a fast‑paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you're ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet's is the place for you. /p pFor this role as Global Strategic Sourcing Director – Packaging, we're looking for someone who has the following skills and experience: /p ul li10+ years of experience in global procurement, with a strong track record in packaging or direct materials categories /li liProven ability to lead and develop high‑performing procurement teams in a complex, matrixed environment /li liDeep expertise in strategic sourcing, risk management, and supplier relationship management at a global scale /li liStrong commercial acumen and ability to set strategic direction and influence senior stakeholders /li liExperience with state‑of‑the‑art sourcing models, risk management tools, and direct material procurement /li liDegree level education; MBA or further qualification preferred /li /ul h3Company Description /h3 pbWho we are? /b /p pWe are JDE Peet’s. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr