Overview
Sourcing Manager (Paper), Italy or other Europe
Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy
Job Description
Posted Friday 13 March 2026 at 05:00
Who We Are
HH Global are the leader in tech-enabled creative production and procurement. We amplify marketing campaigns through unrivaled production, procurement leadership and the most advanced sustainability capabilities available. All delivered at scale through industry-leading technology and the passionate expertise of our people.
With more than 4,500 colleagues, 26 creative studios and over 5,800 strategic supplier partners across 64 countries, we work with the best talent across the world to partner with our clients to create big impact through big ideas.
Purpose of the Job
We are seeking an experienced Raw Materials Category Manager with deep expertise in the global Paper industry. This role will lead strategic sourcing across Europe, ensuring security of supply, cost leadership, sustainability improvements, and long-term value creation.
We are seeking extensive knowledge of paper procurement, global supply markets, risk exposure and supplier capability development. Responsibilities include aligning category strategy with business needs, driving commercial performance, and building resilient supply networks.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy + Leadership
* Develop + execute the European raw materials strategy for paper, ensuring alignment with global objectives and long-term business plans
* Conduct market analysis to understand cost drivers, supply risks, innovation opportunities and competitive sourcing landscapes in both European and global paper markets
* Lead sourcing initiatives including supplier evaluation, negotiation, contracting and value engineering
* Negotiating commercial terms, implementing agreements and introducing new suppliers and materials to support innovation and sustainability targets
* Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and supply assurance across all paper raw materials
* Build strong supplier relationships focused on quality, service, resilience and innovation
* Identify+ mitigate supply chain risks including capacity constraints, geopolitical exposure, fibre market volatility and sustainability compliance
* Ensure suppliers align with business expectations including quality, reliability, and technical performance
Cross Functional Collaboration
* Partner with Global Sourcing colleagues, Client Engagement, Finance and Sustainability teams to ensure cohesive execution of the category strategy
* Support new product development and innovation sourcing by collaborating with Supply chain and Client Engagement
* Support our Sales Support and Bid Management colleagues withappropriate industry content + insight material whenrequired
Performance Management + Analytics
* Produce quarterly insight material using industry sources, global indices and market data to project cost forecasts, highlight potential volatility, supplier performance, risk indicators and smart sourcing recommendations
* Deliver budgeting insights and financial reporting aligned with organizational requirements
Knowledge, Skills + Experience
* Extensive experience in the Global and European paper industry with direct responsibility for paper & board procurement
* Strong understanding of fibre, pulp and paper supply markets including cost structures and risk levers
* Proventrack record in developing + executing regional or global category strategies
* Strong commercial negotiation experience and expertise in strategic sourcing processes
* Proficiencyin supplier management, performance metrics, and risk analysis
* Ability to work across countries, cultures and cross functional teams in a matrix environment
* Experience in global or multi-regional category leadership
* Knowledge of sustainability frameworks in the paper sector including recycled content, chain of custody certifications, climate custody certifications and climate related supply impacts
* Experience of undertaking FSC audits
* Understanding of paper technical specifications (coated, uncoated, specialty grades, board)
* Knowledge of the EU Deforestation Regulations
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