Global Packaging Procurement Assistant

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Global Packaging Procurement Assistant to work with our global FMCG client, Elida Beauty, renowned for brands such as TIGI, VO5, Toni & Guy, and Brylcreem, and become an integral part of their fast-paced Scientific FMCG environment. The position is based in the Knowledge Quarter in Liverpool City Centre (L3), accessible by train, bus and car. This is a full-time temporary role for 6 months requiring 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £40,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Professional who has a strong growth mindset and a can-do approach to doing what it takes. We are looking for someone who thrives in balancing cost, service, innovation & partnerships with the ambition to deliver a substantial step up in profitable growth. As Global Packaging Procurement Assistant, you will play a role in supporting 3PM (3rd Party Manufacturer) sourcing strategy, supporting innovation programs, supply chain network optimisation and contract execution. This end-to-end role will be responsible for creating the right contractual & relationship framework which delivers ongoing competitive costs, service, innovation & sustainability priorities of the business and brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as part of the Packaging Procurement team with overall responsibility for specific 3PM relationships for packaging, supporting innovation, supply chain network optimisation and service issues.
• Forecasts & cost visibility, owns the cost delivery against annual budget. Ensures ongoing cost competitiveness, creates and delivers on a savings funnel in line with annual targets.
• Tracks key commodities and feeds this information into the wider 3PM relationships to ensure costs are managed.
• Works closely with partners and internal teams to deliver on the innovation priorities.
• Collaborates with 3PM team to ensure right stocking principles are followed by 3PM on pack materials.
• Intervenes to resolve short term service issues.
• Partners with cross functional teams in a global setup and any supply chain network optimisation to deliver on the objectives and priorities.
• Sustainability: helps to create and deliver on the sustainability vision on finished goods in line with the broader business vision.

Key Requirements

• Experience in procurement, preferably with focus on Contract Manufacturing and packaging. Having managed 3PM relationship for beauty and personal care products will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of key 3PM suppliers, costing principles, open-book costing, sustainability and incorporation of recycled content in pack material.
• Able to demonstrate analytical and conceptual problem-solving ability; excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and work under pressure with autonomy.
• Be able to effectively lead and engage cross functional global teams and a willingness to take responsibility and accountability.
• Be a self-starter with the ability to deliver results in a lean, agile organisation and be able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in business, finance, or supply chain management preferred.

Additional Information

• Knowledge Quarter working environment: There is secure bicycle storage, showers and a gym on site.
• Wellbeing room on site suitable for expressing milk or prayer.
• The office is lift-accessible.
• There are gender-neutral, as well as gendered, bathrooms available.
• There are height-adjustable workspaces for wheelchair access.
• Nearest train stations are Lime Street or Liverpool Central, which are within walking distance.
• This site is based in Liverpool city centre. There is no parking onsite but a public car park on Mount Pleasant. Lime Street Train Station is the closest train line.