Packaging Buyer

Job Description

About the Position

We have an excellent opportunity available for Packaging Buyer to make a difference at Kraft Heinz Turkey. Packaging buyer role lies within the Procurement team and is based in our Akmerkez Office. You’ll be working in a high-performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting to the Packaging Procurement Manager.

In brief, you will be responsible for

• Implement sourcing strategies for the packaging category in alignment with Global Procurement objectives

• Lead supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract management processes

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and supply conditions to ensure cost efficiency and supply continuity

• Drive Value Engineering, productivity, and cost-saving initiatives within the packaging category

• Monitor supplier performance in terms of delivery, quality, and responsiveness

• Identify supply risks and develop mitigation actions to ensure supply security

• Support new product launches and packaging development projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams

• Monitor market trends, alternative suppliers, and innovations to identify opportunities and sustainability initiatives

• Contribute to budgeting processes and cost control activities in partnership with Procurement Finance

• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and standards throughout all procurement activities

  What you bring

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from a reputable university

• Preferably 2+ years’ experience in Procurement, food industry is a plus.

• Negotiation & commercial experience in tendering, cost modeling, supplier selections, technical background preferably in the packaging category

• Fluent in English

• Knowledge SAP, Ariba knowledge

• Analytical thinking capabilities and result-driven

• Agility & quick learning

• Passion for improving and proactive nature

• Communication Skills

• Effective working relationships with cross-functional teams

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-change environment

About Us

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do join our table and let’s make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.

As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

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Location(s)

Istanbul Branch

 

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.