Packaging Buyer

About The Job As a Packaging Buyer, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering Danone New Zealand’s packaging strategy within our Specialised Nutrition business. Working closely with cross‑functional teams and suppliers, you will ensure packaging solutions are cost‑effective, high-quality, compliant, and aligned with our sustainability and innovation ambitions. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will lead supplier partnerships, drive productivity initiatives, and support exciting innovation and renovation projects across New Zealand. Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Driving the New Zealand packaging strategy and supporting business priorities Leading packaging contract negotiations, including pricing, terms, risk, and supplier performance Managing packaging suppliers through strong partnerships and regular performance reviews Delivering dual‑sourcing and productivity projects to strengthen supply resilience Supporting innovation and renovation projects with packaging expertise Maintaining accurate packaging, pricing, forecasts, and agreements within SAP Collaborating with Quality, Supply Chain, R&D, Manufacturing, Finance, and Project teams About You You are a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. You bring a structured yet flexible approach, build strong relationships, and are confident in balancing cost, quality, risk, and sustainability. Your contract management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills will drive you to succeed in this role. Ideally, you will have: Experience in procurement or buying, preferably within FMCG, food, dairy, or pharmaceutical packaging Strong capability in supplier management and contract negotiation Experience supporting or leading cross‑functional projects A degree in Business, Management, or a related field Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills Confidence using systems such as SAP, along with Excel and PowerPoint A proactive mindset with the ability to simplify complexity and drive outcomes About Us At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health. We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, and Specialised Nutrition. Our headquarters are in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe, and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owners of some of the best-known brands worldwide, including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil, and Karicare Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults, and is proud to have been awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ for the last five years in a row a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work. Visit our website, WE ARE DANONE, to know more about us. WE OFFER A high-performing, collaborative team culture Diverse and inclusive work environment Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success Competitive Total Reward package including Medical insurance paid for by the company for you and discounts for your whānau Free life insurance Flu vaccination, free annual medical checks, and free onsite car parking 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service Performance-related incentives and annual reviews Discount on our products Gym and cafe discounts. Annual Bonus Scheme, Fresh fruit every day. 4% Kiwisaver contribution and so much more! WHAT’S NEXT? If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us before 6th May 2026. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability at our company. You are a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. You bring a structured yet flexible approach, build strong relationships, and are confident in balancing cost, quality, risk, and sustainability. Your contract management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills will drive you to succeed in this role. Ideally, you will have: Experience in procurement or buying, preferably within FMCG, food, dairy, or pharmaceutical packaging Strong capability in supplier management and contract negotiation Experience supporting or leading cross‑functional projects A degree in Business, Management, or a related field Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills Confidence using systems such as SAP, along with Excel and PowerPoint A proactive mindset with the ability to simplify complexity and drive outcomes At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health. We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, and Specialised Nutrition. Our headquarters are in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe, and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owners of some of the best-known brands worldwide, including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil, and Karicare Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults, and is proud to have been awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ for the last five years in a row a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work. Visit our website, WE ARE DANONE, to know more about us. WE OFFER A high-performing, collaborative team culture Diverse and inclusive work environment Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success Competitive Total Reward package including Medical insurance paid for by the company for you and discounts for your whānau Free life insurance Flu vaccination, free annual medical checks, and free onsite car parking 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service Performance-related incentives and annual reviews Discount on our products Gym and cafe discounts. Annual Bonus Scheme, Fresh fruit every day. 4% Kiwisaver contribution and so much more! WHAT’S NEXT? If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us before 6th May 2026. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability at our company.