Associate Manager, Procurement

.As Associate Manager Procurement, you will be accountable for the overall management of Paper and Plastic Packaging for the LATAM region with hubs in Mexico, Argentina, and Brazil.This role will develop and execute the sourcing strategy and supply agreements for Packaging such as Corrugated boxes, Folding Cartons, Labels, and Plastic Components. In this role you will develop strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure supply and deliver on cost, innovation, and sustainability goals. If you want to leverage your negotiation and strategic sourcing skills and make a direct impact to packaging sustainability, then we want to hear from you!Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Develop and own the regional Procurement sourcing strategy, and deliver the objectives of supply continuity, cost savings, working capital improvement, sustainability, innovation, and service.- Manage key supplier relationships across the region and develop a deep understanding of the market and supply base.- Execute strategy through the RFP process, supplier evaluation/selection, negotiation, and contract execution.- Lead supplier selection and component pricing for innovation and support innovation projects through commercialization.- Partner with suppliers to bring new product and/or process innovations that drive profitable growth