Associate Procurement Manager

pladis Global • White Plains, AL

22h

About The Position

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 Click “Apply” to get started. PURPOSE: We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Associate Procurement Manager to join our confectionery procurement team, with responsibility for managing packaging category. This role is integral to advancing strategic sourcing and supply chain initiatives through data analysis, supplier performance management, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a collaborative approach, and a commitment to delivering procurement excellence in a dynamic, consumer-driven environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain analytics, preferably within the food or consumer goods industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with preferred experience in Power BI and ERP systems (D365 and SAP).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience with supplier performance tracking, cost modeling, and SOP development is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Data & Strategy Support strategic initiatives with research, spend analysis, and cost modeling
• Maintain accurate databases of material costs, lead times, and supplier information
• Run daily spend and savings reports; analyze trends and suggest enhancements
• Track supplier KPIs and update scorecards (OTIF, Quality)
• Conduct risk assessments and escalate supply chain issues
• Benchmark pricing and research market trends relevant to confectionery packaging.
• Facilitate supplier onboarding (Vendor Set Up Forms, W9, Code of Conduct)
• Provide analytical support for RFPs, RFQs, and supplier negotiations.
• Support ERP platforms (D365, SAP); troubleshoot system issues
• Maintain contract repository and monitor renewal alerts
• Assist in tool adoption and ensure data integrity across platforms
• Facilitate communication across teams and gather procurement requirements
• Participate in NPD meetings and support procurement setup for new products
• Collect ESG (Environmental, Social, and governance) data and assist in sustainability reporting
• Contribute to training and internal knowledge sharing
• Draft, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for procurement processes to ensure consistency and compliance

Benefits

• An annual incentive opportunity, awarded based on individual and company performance.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level