Procurement Specialist - Intermediate

Remember the last time you opened a bottle of bourbon, a cold beer after a hard day’s work or a bottle of sparkling mineral water to quench your thirst? Well, it was probably made by us, we are O-I Glass and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. 

With 25,000 + employees and an unparalleled footprint spanning 72 plants in 20 countries, O-I is a truly global maker of glass packaging. From engineering and manufacturing to brand development, design and innovation, we are dedicated to providing unique solutions to exceed our customers’ expectations and fuel consumers’ desire for glass. 

This is a hybrid role in Perrysburg, Ohio

This position will assist in executing sourcing strategies against approximately $100M in MRO spend; which will consist of both leading and supporting various souring projects.  This position supports 22 locations in North America and will also participate in global sourcing initiatives. It involves preparing monthly reports of KPI’s including EBIT savings, working capital, inflation, and spend information. It will provide prompt resolution of commodity issues (material shortages, quality complaints, etc) raised with suppliers and internal customers utilizing organizational savvy and problem solving skills. Also managing supply base for assigned commodities; building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and reviewing contract issues identified by suppliers, while understanding the business impact and negotiate most favorable conditions for O-I.

Responsibilities: 

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing activities for assigned spend categories, leveraging industry best practices, commodity experience, sourcing methodology and global partnerships whenever possible, under the supervision of the Procurement Manager
• Proactively aligns stakeholders and necessary support internally for successful project implementation
• Develops RFI / RFP / RFQ for new and existing products
• Negotiate vendor contracts in compliance with legal standards and business requirements
• Review vendor performance to ensure contract adherence and drive continuous improvements
• Implement sourcing projects across multiple plants for standardization, preferred supplier utilization, cost savings and operational efficiencies
• Analyze and report preferred vendor utilization, savings project completion, supplier savings validations, inventory history, utilization/consumption, etc.
• Participate in and / or lead special projects as required

• Bachelor’s degree in a related-area. (Procurement/Supply Chain preferred)
• Minimum 3-5 years procurement experience (exposure to negotiations, contract management, and strategic sourcing process).
• Negotiation experience required
• Proficient analytical and computer skills (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Working experience with SAP or other ERP system strongly preferred
• Experience with MRO or Chemical Gas Industry preferred
• Experience and Knowledge of the Sourcing process

Additional information

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range:  The expected salary range for this position is targeted to be between $68,750 - $75,000 USD.  Actual pay will be adjusted based upon candidate experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

O-I offers a very generous benefit package – some of the highlights are: 

• 10 paid holidays each year 

• Health, Dental, Prescription and Vision care coverage 

• Perform Well-Being Program – earn employer contributions in your HSA or HRA plan 

• Wellness Incentive – earn additional funds for your HSA or HRA plan 

• Group Life Insurance 

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 

• Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life Insurance 

• Weekly Disability Insurance 

• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plans 

• Employee Assistance Program 

O-I is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that attracts and embraces the brightest minds and creates a culture that welcomes a diversity of ideas and perspectives while encouraging growth and rewarding performance.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.  

O-I is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact O-I at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.