Job Description

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Are you passionate about sustainability and innovation in packaging?
Our client - a leading player in its field - is seeking an experienced Packaging Buyer to join their procurement team and help drive their transition towards sustainable, circular, and responsible packaging solutions.
The Role
As the Packaging Buyer, you'll take ownership of sourcing and managing a diverse portfolio of sustainable packaging materials and commodities across categories such as paper, board, bioplastics, recycled polymers, and renewable materials.
You'll collaborate closely with R&D, marketing, and suppliers to deliver cost-effective, compliant, and environmentally responsible packaging solutions that align with the company's ESG and Net Zero goals.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for sustainable packaging materials and commodities.
• Identify and qualify suppliers aligned with ethical, environmental, and social standards.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and supply terms to ensure optimal value and security of supply.
• Partner with innovation and design teams to introduce new eco-friendly packaging concepts.
• Monitor market trends, raw material fluctuations, and sustainability developments.
• Support the business in achieving carbon reduction and circular economy objectives.

About You

• Proven experience in packaging procurement, ideally within the FMCG or food sectors.
• Strong understanding of sustainable materials, recycling infrastructure, and supplier certification schemes (FSC, PEFC, ISCC, etc.).
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
• Passionate about driving change towards greener supply chains.

Why Join?
This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping a future-fit, responsible packaging strategy with a forward-thinking organisation that places sustainability at the heart of its operations.
If you're a proactive and purpose-driven buyer ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Skills Required