Procurement Specialist, Packaging

CONAGRA•Omaha, NE

1d•$64,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will focus on Resin Packaging Procurement. You will lead research and strategy implementation, resolve complex supply challenges, and build relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. You will perform detailed category analysis, forecasting, and reporting while collaborating cross-functionally to identify and implement process improvements and strategic opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or Business.
2 or more years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or Finance.
Experience working in a matrixed environment with changing priorities.
Strengths in project management and conflict management.
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency.
Experience using SAP or a comparable ERP system
Advanced Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables, and data relationships.
Advanced presentation development skills using PowerPoint.
Experience working with Power BI reporting.
Experience supporting procurement digital initiatives.
Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools and Copilot functionality.

Responsibilities

Manage purchasing and negotiation of assigned packaging categories based on market conditions and business requirements.
Develop category strategies informed by supply and demand, market dynamics, and cost drivers.
Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Support contract and position management using Excel, SAP, Right Angle, and other internal systems.
Serve as the primary contact for contract management support across assigned locations.
Identify and mitigate material supply risks in partnership with procurement category managers and cross-functional teams.
Support research and development initiatives and manage inbound supply considerations for innovation projects.
Ensure implementation of enterprise procurement initiatives across assigned brands.
Conduct data gathering and risk and reward analysis for purchasing bids and specification change initiatives.
Collaborate cross-functionally to manage raw material inventories and minimize loss or obsolescence.
Deliver accurate monthly forecasts and communicate changes in material costs and market drivers to stakeholders.