About O-I 

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 with 3 days a week in-office

This position is accountable for strategically sourcing, managing and implementing Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) engagements to support North America plant operations, ensuring best practice and best total cost of ownership. 

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 5-7 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 and Knowledge of the Sourcing process

What we offer at O-I:

Salary Range:  The expected salary range for this position is targeted to be between $75,000 - $95,000 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: 

• Vacation based on length of service 
• 13 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 
• 401(k) Defined Contribution Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program 

This is an opportunity to help build something from the ground up by creating new experiences and fostering a team culture where you can shine.  

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.