Sr Manager Category Procurement: Folding Cartons

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Your role at Clorox:
The Clorox Company is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sr Manager of Category Procurement for Folding Cartons, Litho Laminated Boxes, and Corrugated shippers to join our Global Procurement team. The key responsibility of this position involves developing worldwide procurement strategies across $200 million of spend on 50 suppliers for Clorox on a global scale. These materials play a pivotal role in supporting $7 billion in sales spanning all our brands. Within this role, the categories to be managed encompass corrugate shippers, displays, litho laminated boxes, and folding cartons used in Clorox’s diverse product portfolio. As a key leader in the procurement organization, this role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create, capture, and protect value.

In this role, you will:
Key responsibilities

Category Strategy Development & Execution
- Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for the scope that aligns with Clorox’s overall business goals, focusing on cost efficiency, quality, innovation, and sustainability.
- Identify and assess market trends, supplier capabilities, and competitive dynamics within the paper based packaging space.
- Establish long-term partnerships with key suppliers, fostering innovation and collaboration.

Supplier Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, optimize cost, and drive continuous improvement.
- Conduct annual performance reviews with key strategic suppliers, ensuring that service, quality, ESG, and delivery commitments are met.
- Partner with suppliers to explore innovation opportunities, developing differentiated solutions that support Clorox’s growth and brand equity.

Cost Management & Value Optimization
- Lead cost management initiatives to deliver annual savings goals, leveraging strategic sourcing, value engineering, and supplier negotiations.
- Manage and optimize spend across the category, identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or sustainability goals.
- Collaborate with finance and Business Unit teams to track performance against budget targets, identifying and mitigating risks proactively.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Work closely with the R&D, packaging, marketing, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment on product requirements and strategic priorities.
- Partner with sustainability teams to drive initiatives that align with Clorox’s environmental goals, ensuring sustainable sourcing practices.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, providing insights and expertise on market trends, supplier innovation, and best practices.

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What we look for:
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent working experience.
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in category procurement function.
- Demonstrated experience in managing packaging procurement categories within a CPG or manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills:

- Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of driving cost savings and value through strategic sourcing and supplier management.
- Familiarity with supply chain risk management principles, including supplier risk assessment, market intelligence, and scenario planning.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools (SAP, Ariba, or similar systems).
- Excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications
- Strong understanding of sustainable sourcing practices and experience in implementing initiatives that drive environmental and social impact.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and a diverse product portfolio.
- Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier relationships.

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

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