Procurement Buyer - Packaging

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

PELOTON Workforce is seeking qualified candidates on behalf of our client for a Procurement Buyer – Packaging position. This role is responsible for sourcing and procuring a variety of packaging materials, including corrugate, paperboard, flexible packaging, films, and labels.

The successful candidate will ensure the timely, cost-effective procurement of materials that meet quality, regulatory, and operational requirements. This position works closely with suppliers and cross-functional teams to support production while driving cost savings, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and procure packaging materials, including corrugate, paperboard, flexible packaging, films, and labels.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery expectations are met.
• Lead procurement projects and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate material availability to support production schedules.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve procurement issues.
• Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements.
• Ensure purchased materials comply with quality, regulatory, and company standards.
• Manage multiple procurement projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Resolve recurring purchasing and supply chain issues in a timely and effective manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, and/or materials management experience.
• Experience purchasing paper, corrugate, films, flexible packaging, or related packaging materials preferred.
• Proven experience in vendor management and supplier negotiations.
• Project leadership experience preferred.
• Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Results-driven, action-oriented, and confident in making business decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Compensation:

• Salary: $63,000–$78,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

PELOTON Inc. is a Nevada based corporation operating two staffing agencies – PELOTON Inc., founded in Las Vegas in 2013, and The Frank Group, a 62-year old company located in St. Charles, IL , acquired by PELOTON in 2019.

Company Description

PELOTON Inc. is a Nevada based corporation operating two staffing agencies – PELOTON Inc., founded in Las Vegas in 2013, and The Frank Group, a 62-year old company located in St. Charles, IL , acquired by PELOTON in 2019.