Group Procurement Manager

Klöckner Pentaplast

Procurement Manager leading sourcing strategy for raw materials in manufacturing at Klöckner Pentaplast. Focus on cost optimisation and supplier partnerships in dynamic industrial environment.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeBeaver • Virginia, West Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
Manage strategic sourcing activities across key categories (raw materials, packaging, services, etc.)
Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management to deliver cost savings and value improvement
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and performance frameworks
Drive cost optimisation initiatives, including spend analysis and benchmarking
Ensure supply continuity and risk mitigation across the supply base
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to support business goals
Monitor commodity markets, price developments, and supply trends to inform sourcing and negotiation strategies
Support budget planning and cost forecasting activities
Manage and coordinate recycling, reprocessing, and waste streams (including external partners), supporting sustainability and circular economy initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Proven track record in supplier negotiation and cost management
Strong commercial mindset with the ability to balance cost, quality, and supply risk
Experience working cross-functionally in a fast-paced, operational environment
Strong analytical capability (spend analysis, market insights, cost modelling)
Experience with ERP/SAP and procurement systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives
Opportunity for professional development and career growth
A culture of empowerment and inclusion

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Hard Skills & Tools

procurementstrategic sourcingsupplier negotiationcost managementspend analysismarket insightscost modellingrecycling managementwaste managementsupply risk mitigation

Soft Skills

commercial mindsetanalytical capabilitycross-functional collaborationrelationship buildingperformance management