Indirect Sourcing Manager Parma

Indirect Sourcing Manager
Parma
Emilia Romagna, Parma

Indirect Sourcing ManagerAbout CrownCrown Holdings, Inc. is a world leader in the metal packaging production process.

We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative and sustainable metal packaging solutions and products.

Our clients are some of the largest and most respected companies in the world. It's an exciting time to join our business because Crown offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry. Crown was founded with the goal of valuing and promoting sustainability and this vision continues to be essential to our long-term future. About this opportunityCrown has launched an exciting opportunity for an Indirect Sourcing Manager to join our central procurement team.

You will drive impactful cost efficiencies, cultivate and nurture supplier development, and optimize regional sourcing strategies for indirect procurement. The scope of this role, based in Parma, and another position to be based in the UK, will cover sourcing operations and strategy for a combination of geographies including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and/or Slovakia. The categories in scope include packaging, repair materials, consumables, services, transport, and warehousing. This role will contribute to optimized procurement for the plants in scope, ensuring internal and external customer service requirements are met at the lowest cost to serve.

The total indirect spend across the European regional business is approximately $207m.

The amount under your direct management will depend on business requirements and your previous experiences within the indirect procurement area. The role will report to the Regional Sourcing Director who is based at our Saint Ouen office in Paris. Main ResponsibilitiesEnsure on-time-in-full supply of indirect commodities within cost targetsValidate new suppliers and negotiate new & existing contractsManage regional indirect sourcing budget and reporting activitiesMaintain a regional network of plant buyers to capture and promote regional synergies and ensure process complianceSupport plant purchasing using procurement IT systems (JDE/SAP) to enable purchase order approvals, manage the supplier database, and administrate pricing controlsDevelop market intelligence, provide insights on supplier capabilities, competition, and the latest technologiesLead divisional categories for selected category groups at Crown EMEA levelSimplify, continuously improve, and modernize existing processesRequired Education and ExperienceEducated to degree level in a relevant subject, mechanical/industrial engineering or supply chainMinimum 5 years' experience in indirect sourcingGood experience with ERP systems specifically SAPA CIPS certification would be beneficialRequired Skills and CompetenciesAble to work autonomously, a self-starter who is proactive and results-orientedAble to build and maintain collaborative relationships with sales, operations, and external stakeholdersFlexible, adaptable, and open to change with the capacity to adapt to new challengesAn analytical mind, able to speak with data and problem solveHighly ethical with a strong sense of integrityDiligent with attention to detailFocused on business objectivesStrong organizational and time management skills, able to prioritize effectivelyDemonstrates team spirit through excellent interpersonal skillsFluent in English, proficiency in another European language highly beneficialWhat Crown Offers YouThe opportunity to build a career in a multi-cultural environmentTo be rewarded fairly and promoted based on merit and performanceProfessional and personal development through training and work experiencesStrong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employeesJoin us and become part of an international team of professionals who are passionate about sustainable packaging!Working TogetherAccessibility, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are key features of Crown's culture of Working Together.

We aim to value and respect each individual and foster an environment where everyone is represented. We strive to promote psychological safety, allowing colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work and ultimately generate a sense of belonging at Crown. Indirect Sourcing ManagerRequisition ID: 3748Location: Parma, IT, 43122 Kechnec, SK, 044 58Functional Area: Sourcing and Supply ChainExperience Level: Experienced professional #J-18808-Ljbffr