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Mizkan America, Inc.

Job Title: Sr. Commodity Leader-Packaging

Based in Mount Prospect, IL, Mizkan America is a subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global,

family-owned company that has been Bringing Flavor to Life for more than 220 years. As one

of the leading makers of vinegars, condiments and sauces in the United States, Mizkan America

maintains 12 manufacturing facilities that serve the retail, foodservice, specialty-Asian and food-

ingredient trade channels. We are committed to following our two core principles: continuously

challenging the status quo and delivering only the finest products for our customers. Our

leadership seeks out, embraces and implements ideas for improvement from all of its employees.

Transparency and accountability are two key factors that drive our companys overall

management approach.

We are looking for people who are seeking to deliver their best so that we can deliver ours.

Above all, were dedicated to maximizing the potential of our greatest assetsour team

members. Thats reflected in our ongoing commitment to recruit, develop, reward and retain our

talented, multicultural workforce. We hope to see you as part of our teams future success!

COMMENTS: This job description reflects assignment of essential functions. It does not

prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Summary:

The Senior Commodity Leader, Packaging is responsible for developing and executing

procurement strategies for large complex spend categories. They will be required to manage a

supply base within their assigned categories and supporting various Business Units and Plants on

productivity, supply chain and product development initiatives. This person will be responsible

for managing existing suppliers including negotiating commercial terms, drive and influence

supplier performance/behavior and resolve any outstanding issues. In addition, they will be

required to identify and onboard any new Suppliers as business needs dictate. The Senior

Commodity Leader will be accountable for identifying and implementing ROI, working capital

and product development initiatives. They will be required to work cross functionally to

influence leaders and other internal customers to help drive and execute broad business

decisions. This individual will be held accountable for a higher level of subject matter expertise,

leadership, and contribution to the development of an end-to-end supply chain.

This person will assist in mentoring procurement staff in procurement methodologies, tools, and

negotiations. In addition, they will be expected to incorporate best practice purchasing processes

and tools to develop category strategies and supplier development plans.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procurement Strategy and Commercial Management

Develop, execute, and oversee procurement strategies for multiple complex

Commodities, new technologies, and new product development initiatives.

Responsible for all Commercial activities within assigned Commodities including

but not limited to supplier identification, assessment and relationship

management, supplier rationalization, commodity risk assessments, cost savings

initiatives, new product development support, commodity market updates, annual

commodity budgeting.

Direct and influence the purchasing of all assigned commodities to align with

procurement strategies striving to purchase them at the lowest possible overall

cost, consistent with quality and delivery expectations.

Responsible for handling all commercial activities with designated suppliers

including but not limited to the following: contract management, material

qualification, management of RFP process, negotiat on activities, cost savings

identification, implementation and tracking.

Provide decision-making on issues regarding sourcing, negotiating, and

contracting for procurement projects.

Ensure that all sourcing, negotiating, and contracting is completed with the

highest level of integrity.

Supply Chain Optimization

Direct the development of key suppliers for long term relationships of assigned

commodities.

Create and implement supplier development plans.

Conduct value engineering/analysis of assigned commodities. Identify and

support supply chain initiatives, such as lead time reduction, inventory reduction,

service level improvements, etc.

Sustainability

Stay informed about sustainability trends and market updates related to packaging

commodities, integrating this knowledge into procurement strategies.

Collaborate with suppliers to identify and implement strategies for reducing the carbon

footprint associated with packaging materials and transportation.