Packaging Sourcing Manager

Packaging Sourcing Manager

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Packaging Sourcing Manager to join the Robinson Fresh Marketing team. The Packaging Sourcing Manager will be accountable for managing a multi-million dollar packaging spend portfolio, developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, and delivering measurable cost savings and value to the organization. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders. The manager will drive supplier performance, innovation, and sustainability while ensuring supply continuity and risk mitigation. In this role, you will engage with peers on-site four to five days a week, igniting creativity and driving impactful results.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for packaging materials, managing a multi-million-dollar packaging spend
• Negotiate and secure optimal pricing, terms, and supply continuity for all packaging purchases
• Analyze packaging spend data, supplier performance, and market trends to inform sourcing decisions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with packaging vendors to ensure quality, service, and innovation
• Lead complex negotiations with packaging suppliers to achieve cost savings and value improvements
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in packaging solutions, including sustainable and emerging technologies
• Act as the primary liaison between customers, commercial teams, supply teams, growers, and packaging vendors to align packaging needs with operational capabilities
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement new packaging initiatives and drive change across the organization
• Present packaging sourcing strategies, business cases, and performance updates to executive leadership
• Champion sustainable packaging practices and support the company's environmental goals
• Oversee packaging inventory across multiple locations, ensuring appropriate stock levels and avoiding shortages
• Develop and execute contingency plans to mitigate risks related to packaging supply disruptions
• Establish and track KPIs specific to packaging supplier performance, cost savings, sustainability, and risk management
• Report regularly on packaging sourcing progress and recommend corrective actions as needed
• Perform other packaging-related responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Minimum of 6 years of work experience in large-scale projects
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in packaging, packaging sales or procurement, vendor management, project management or supply chain operations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with food grade packaging items that require cold supply chain and experience with packaging vendors nationwide
• Knowledge of sustainable packaging practices and emerging technologies
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex negotiations

Compensation Range $75,900.00 - $168,500.00 The base pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by work location, which takes into account geographic cost of labor, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we're building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. EOEDisabledVeteran

Benefits

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

Three medical plans which include Prescription drug coverage Enhanced Fertility benefits Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account (including employer contribution) Dental and Vision Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Paid observed holidays 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada Paid parental leave Paid time off to volunteer in your community Charitable Giving Match Program 401(k) with 6% company matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page

Why Do You Belong at C.H. Robinson? C.H. Robinson solves logistics problems for companies across the globe and across industries, from the simple to the most complex. With $22 billion in freight under management and 19 million shipments annually, we are one of the world's largest logistics platforms and rank in the FORTUNE 200. We've been an innovator in logistics for over 100 years. Our global suite of services accelerates trade to seamlessly deliver the products and goods that drive the world's economy. With the combination of our multimodal transportation management system and expertise, we use our information advantage to deliver smarter solutions for more than 90,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers on our platform. Our technology is built by and for supply chain experts to bring faster, more meaningful improvements to our customers' businesses. As a responsible global citizen, we contribute millions of dollars to support causes that matter to us and our people. FORTUNE has named C.H. Robinson one of the World's Most Admired Companies 2024, showcasing our position as a leader in our industry. Our commitment to excellence is further affirmed by being named a Great Place to Work 2023-24 by the Great Place to Work Institute, one of Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity and one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek. Join us as we collaborate, innovate, and work as one global team to make life better and more sustainable for our customers, communities, and world.