Company Description

To be the leading producer of glass bottles and jars worldwide you need passion, commitment and innovation baked into the very fabric of a business and its people. For more than 120 years, our glass makers have honed their craft—channeling their creativity into more than 1,800 patents held today. When you join O-I you become part of that story.
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. We are dedicated to make what matters to shape a healthier, more sustainable and more exciting world. We transform the industry to make glass more relevant and more accessible to more people.

Job Description

This is a hybrid role in Perrysburg, Ohio. 

This position is accountable for the procurement of materials and services required to support an assigned commodity. The position will ensure compliance with OI Global Procurement policies and utilize procurement processes that follow best practices to achieve best total cost of ownership and best value for OI.         

Responsibilities: 

Development and execution of commodity strategy, aligned with the appropriate Global Sourcing ManagerSupervise procurement activities of Procurement Managers and/or SpecialistsAssists Director and cross functional teams with supplier assessments & supplier selectionCollaborate with the Global Sourcing team to ensure regional activities are aligned with Global strategyLeverage Global Sourcing Team to drive additional value within assigned region/countriesCollaborate with internal customers to ensure timely receipt of required materialsConduct required supply market research and develop cost models to support sourcing projectsLeverage best practices, acquire category expertise and develop global / regional partnerships whenever possibleEnsure implementation and management of cost advantaged contracts and price agreementsDevelop and issue RFI / RFP / RFQ activities for new and existing requirements leveraging the Strategic Sourcing ProcessIssues quote requests to suppliers and negotiates pricing to meet business requirements at competitive price levelsManage supplier performance in order to meet all quality, delivery, and service requirementsDevelop and track KPI’s / metrics including cost savings, working capital improvements and others as requiredProactively resolve quality and commercial issues with vendors and internal customersProactively aligns stakeholders for successful project implementationBuild strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholdersAssist and/or lead special projects as required/assigned

QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related-area. (Procurement/Supply Chain preferred)Minimum 7+ years procurement or relevant experienceStrong Leadership SkillsPrevious strategic sourcing experience with technical and engineering categories preferredCPM or CPSM preferredProficiency in negotiations, contract preparation and management, strategic sourcing and e procurement processesProficiency in analytics and computer skills including Microsoft Office, SAP, JDEStrong written and verbal communication skillsMulti-site, global and manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred

Additional Information

Salary Range:   Actual compensation may vary depending on various factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and skill level. This range is provided in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Based on qualifications and experience, the salary range for this position will be up to $125,000. 

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.