Sourcing Manager Resin/PCR
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Greif scores B on the Alion truth index.
Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.
With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.
OUR VISION:
To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.
OUR PURPOSE:
Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.
Job Requisition #:
035801 Sourcing Manager Resin/PCR (Open)Job Description:
The Sourcing Manager - Resin plays a key role in executing sourcing strategies, leading supplier evaluations, and supporting cost optimization initiatives across the raw material category. This role is responsible for managing sourcing events, negotiating competitive commercial terms, and partnering with cross-functional teams to meet business needs. The Manager contributes to category strategy development while focusing on operational execution, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Sourcing Execution
- Support the development and execution of category strategies to achieve cost savings and mitigate supply risk.
- Manage the sourcing lifecycle and development, supplier evaluations, negotiation, and contract preparation.
- Conduct market research and benchmarking to inform sourcing recommendations.
Project Management
- Lead sourcing and procurement-related projects from initiation through completion, ensuring clear scope definition, timeline management, and delivery of key milestones.
- Coordinate cross-functional project teams and maintain strong communication to keep stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and issues (Operations, Engineering, IT, Finance, etc.).
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including charters, action logs, and status reports.
- Identify risks and mitigation plans to ensure project objectives are met on time and within scope.
- Drive accountability across internal teams and suppliers to ensure successful project execution and adoption of sourcing outcomes.
Negotiation & Contracting
- Lead negotiations for global and high impact sourcing events.
- Develop negotiation plans to achieve competitive commercial terms.
Supplier & Contract Management
- Manage supplier relationships, track, and report performance KPI’s.
- Support quarterly supplier business reviews and corrective action follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Project Mgmt., Business, or related field.
- 4-7 years of experience in sourcing or procurement (Capex, MRO, Opex).
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Working knowledge of sourcing processes, cost analysis, and contract management.
- Experience with procurement systems (SAP, Ariba, Coupa, etc.).
- Fluent in English.
Knowledge and Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of and experience with sourcing, category management, and/or supply chain operations.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills along with strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects.
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Thorough understanding of plant manufacturing operations and sourcing processes as well as the materials and supplies used in the organization.
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Compensation Range:
The pay range for this position is $108,400.00 - $184,600.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between108,400.00 to140,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.Benefits Statement:
Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com. All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif.
EEO Statement:
We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic.
For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.