Sr. Buyer, Packaging

Job Details

Job Title:

Sr. Buyer, Packaging

Location:

Oakbrook Terrace, IL, Midwest United States, USA

Company:

McCain Foods

Industry Sector:

Food/Processing

Industry Type:

Food & Beverage Products and Processing

Career Type:

Procurement/Purchasing

Job Type:

Full Time

Minimum Years Experience Required:

1

Salary:

$65,500.00 - $87,400.00 . USD annually

Open Until:

July 4, 2026 Get Job Alerts

Criteria:

Career Type:

Procurement/Purchasing

Country:

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Requisition ID:

41125 Job Description In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy. Join McCain Foods as a Sr. Buyer, Packaging, and play a key role in driving the strategy, supplier relationships, and category management for North America's packaging and contract manufacturing spend. In this role, you'll lead sourcing initiatives for over $40 million in materials, delivering cost savings, operational excellence, and sustainable commercial results. You'll collaborate across functions, influence business decisions, and develop deep expertise in packaging and contract manufacturing, all while contributing to the growth and success of a global, purpose-driven food company. What you'll be doing. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Lead sourcing strategy for packaging products and contract manufacturing, supporting over $40M in North American spend Develop and implement category strategies, ongoing management, and supplier performance initiatives Conduct market and industry research, supplier evaluations, and risk assessments Partner with Data Master Leader to ensure accurate material setup and maintenance in SAP Cost & Financial Focus Deliver cost savings targets and support the Sustainable Cost Advantage Program Support growth opportunities via contract manufacturing partnerships Responsible for category financial planning, budgeting, and Purchase Price Variance (PPV) management Supplier & Stakeholder Relationship Management Build strong, value-driven relationships with suppliers, leading negotiations and performance management Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to align business needs with external capabilities Ensure all purchases comply with internal control requirements and reinforce company policies, ethics, and strategic approaches What you'll need to be successful. Education & Experience Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or Finance; MBA is a plus 1-3 years of procurement experience in the food industry Experience with SAP, Coupa, or Ariba preferred Skills & Competencies Strong procurement and category management skills Supplier relationship management, negotiation, and influencing skills Ability to link business needs to leverage scale and deliver commercial results Analytical, data-driven thinking with financial and industry insight Packaging experience/knowledge Strategic, long-term planning and creative problem-solving Strong collaboration and communication skills across teams and regions Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple initiatives, and manage risks Diversity mindset and comfort operating in a matrixed, cross-cultural environment About the team. You'll be part of the North American Direct Purchasing team, a collaborative group driving sourcing, category management, and supplier relationships across packaging and contract manufacturing. The team works closely with cross-functional partners across operations, finance, and supply chain to deliver sustainable cost advantages and commercial results for McCain Foods. About McCain. Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters. Leadership principles. At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results. The McCain experience. We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together.

Compensation Package:

$65,500.00 - $87,400.00 . USD annually + Bonus eligibility The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Job Post Date:

05/05/26