Sr. Buyer, Packaging – 1017866

 Requisition ID: 41125 Job DescriptionIn every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences – together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.  Join McCain Foods as a Sr. Buyer, Packaging, and play a key role in driving the strategy, supplier relationships, and category management for North America’s packaging and contract manufacturing spend. In this role, you’ll lead sourcing initiatives for over $40 million in materials, delivering cost savings, operational excellence, and sustainable commercial results. You’ll collaborate across functions, influence business decisions, and develop deep expertise in packaging and contract manufacturing, all while contributing to the growth and success of a global, purpose-driven food company. What you'll be doing.Strategic Sourcing & Category ManagementLead sourcing strategy for packaging products and contract manufacturing, supporting over $40M in North American spendDevelop and implement category strategies, ongoing management, and supplier performance initiativesConduct market and industry research, supplier evaluations, and risk assessmentsPartner with Data Master Leader to ensure accurate material setup and maintenance in SAP Cost & Financial FocusDeliver cost savings targets and support the Sustainable Cost Advantage ProgramSupport growth opportunities via contract manufacturing partnershipsResponsible for category financial planning, budgeting, and Purchase Price Variance (PPV) management Supplier & Stakeholder Relationship ManagementBuild strong, value-driven relationships with suppliers, leading negotiations and performance managementCollaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to align business needs with external capabilitiesEnsure all purchases comply with internal control requirements and reinforce company policies, ethics, and strategic approaches What you'll need to be successful. Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or Finance; MBA is a plus1–3 years of procurement experience in the food industryExperience with SAP, Coupa, or Ariba preferred Skills & CompetenciesStrong procurement and category management skillsSupplier relationship management, negotiation, and influencing skillsAbility to link business needs to leverage scale and deliver commercial resultsAnalytical, data-driven thinking with financial and industry insightStrategic, long-term planning and creative problem-solvingStrong collaboration and communication skills across teams and regionsAbility to work independently, prioritize multiple initiatives, and manage risksDiversity mindset and comfort operating in a matrixed, cross-cultural environment About the team.You’ll be part of the North American Direct Purchasing team, a collaborative group driving sourcing, category management, and supplier relationships across packaging and contract manufacturing. The team works closely with cross-functional partners across operations, finance, and supply chain to deliver sustainable cost advantages and commercial results for McCain Foods. About McCain.  Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.  Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.  The McCain experience. We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together. Compensation Package: $65,500.00 – $87,400.00 . USD annually + Bonus eligibility The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.