Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.
As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don't compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.
To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led , resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility , we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impact
The Procurement function is made of 130 professionals working across the world to create competitive advantage for pladis through long and mid-term sourcing strategies and strong supplier relationships. Our 2026 Procurement vision- Beyond the Stars aims at delivering more value for the business along 5 key business deliverables: Supply Continuity, Cost Out, Cash Flow optimization, Sustainability and Supplier Innovation.
We work as a matrix organization, with Global Categories leveraging the pladis global size and Regional Procurement ensuring a strong connection and proximity with our 3 regions: UEA (UK, Ireland, Europe, Australia & New Zealand), Turcamena (Türkiye, Central Asia, Middle East & North Africa), and International (Asia, the Americas and Sub-Saharan Africa).
Within UKI Regional Procurement, the Head of Packaging reports directly to the UKI Procurement Director, who in turn reports into the UEA President. (S)He drives (in alignment with Global Packaging Procurement team) the Packaging Category (70 M£ spend).
In addition the role will play a key part in the Regional Procurement Leadership Team, developing strategy and leading procurement change initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementing all Procurement-driven processes & tools within your categories
- Delivering top class results across all 5 strategic dimensions of our mission via UKI Packaging team
- Build strong SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) with strategic suppliers, to build long-term relationships
- Support your team with the contract execution when significant breaches of service / quality are identified
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Head of Procurement - Packaging, UK&I in London employer: Pladis
At pladis, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our investment in training and development, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive in their career. Located in a dynamic environment, we provide a unique chance to contribute to iconic global brands while enjoying the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace.
