Job Description
Global Category Manager – Packaging
Salary: £60k - £65k (+£5k car allowance)
Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
JSS have partnered with a global consumer goods company who are seeking an experienced procurement professional to lead its Base Film category (approx. £41m spend) within the Flexible Packaging portfolio.
This is a strategic role focused on delivering value across cost savings, innovation, sustainability, supply continuity, and cash flow improvement. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with R&D, Finance, Operations, and regional procurement teams, and will build and manage key supplier relationships globally.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and implementing a 2–3 year sourcing strategy
* Driving supplier innovation and sustainability in packaging
* Leading contract negotiations and global supplier agreements
* Building cost models and supporting commodity risk management
* Leading cross-regional collaboration and best practice sharing
Candidate profile:
* 3+ years’ experience in direct procurement, ideally in FMCG
* Expertise in packaging or base films (PET, BOPP, CPP, etc.)
* Strong commercial, analytical, and influencing skills
* Experience working in a matrix or global organisation
* Based in or near London, with flexibility to travel as needed