Principal, Materials & Packaging Solution Lead

Welcome to Haleon. We’re a purpose-driven, world-class consumer company putting everyday health in the hands of millions. In just three years since our launch, we’ve grown, evolved and are now entering an exciting new chapter – one filled with bold ambitions and enormous opportunity.

Our trusted portfolio of brands – including Sensodyne®, Panadol®, Advil®, Voltaren®, Theraflu®, Otrivin®, and Centrum® – lead in resilient and growing categories. What sets us apart is our unique blend of deep human understanding and trusted science.

Now it’s time to fully realise the full potential of our business and our people. We do this through our Win as One strategy. It puts our purpose – to deliver better everyday health with humanity – at the heart of everything we do. It unites us, inspires us, and challenges us to be better every day, driven by our agile, performance-focused culture.

About the role:

The Principal, Procurement – Materials & Packaging Solution lead is responsible for tailoring and executing technology-driven transformation and operational excellence for end-to-end sourcing of materials and packaging. This role leads the adoption, integration, and optimization of technologies, automation capabilities and AI enabled solutions to enhance efficiency, transparency, and value delivery across the areas of materials and packaging, working closely with manufacturing sites (planners and finance) and procurement buyers managing them. The role works at the intersection of Procurement, Technology, Data, and Operations to build a modern, digitally enabled set of processes and analytics, by leveraging advanced digital tools, process automation, and analytics.

Role Responsibilities

Digital Strategy & Transformation

Translate the procurement digital strategy and execute it for direct materials and packaging sourcing

Identify opportunities to automate and optimize sourcing processes

Lead implementation of procurement technologies (e.g., e-sourcing, SRM, analytics platforms) across directs

Drive adoption of digital tools across global directs and packaging sourcing teams

Sourcing Excellence (Direct Materials & Packaging)

Partner with category managers to enhance sourcing strategies using data insights

Enable should-cost modeling, clean-sheet analysis, and digital RFx processes

Improve supplier selection, negotiation, and contract lifecycle management through digital tools

Data & Analytics

Establish data governance and improve data quality across directs & packaging sourcing systems

Develop dashboards and KPIs (cost savings, supplier performance, risk metrics)

Leverage predictive analytics for demand, pricing trends, and supply risk

Supplier Collaboration & Innovation

Drive implementation and adoption of digital supplier collaboration platforms (SRM tools)

Enhance transparency and real-time communication with key suppliers

Drive supplier innovation programs using digital channels

Process Automation

Map and optimise procurement processes for efficiency and scalability

Deploy automation (RPA, AI tools) for transactional sourcing activities

Reduce cycle times for sourcing and supplier onboarding

Risk & Resilience

Integrate digital tools for supply risk monitoring and mitigation

Improve visibility into tier-2/3 suppliers through integration, data insights and automation

Support ESG and compliance tracking through digital solutions

Stakeholder Management

Act as the bridge between Procurement, Tech, Finance, and Sites

Lead change management and training for digital adoption for directs & packaging

Influence senior stakeholders on digital investment and value realization

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When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

Basic Skills Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Risk Management, or any Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience

15+ years of experience in procurement, digital transformation, or procurement technology

Strong experience implementing procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, Ivalua), with focus on systems and tools

Proven track record of delivering automation and process transformation initiatives

Solid understanding of procurement best practices, policies, and tools

Experience managing large, complex projects and end-to-end service / operations delivery

Strong skills in automation technologies (RPA, AI, workflow tools), data analytics, and dashboarding

High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (especially PowerPoint and Excel)

High level of fluency in spoken and written English

Strong analytical, written, verbal communication, and influencing skills, including creating executive-level presentations and business cases

Demonstrated ability to manage teams directly and influence stakeholders indirectly, including senior leaders

Experience working in matrixed and globally distributed environments

Ability to perform effectively under high-pressure conditions and tight deadlines

Strong problem-solving skills with minimal oversight and high learning agility

Preferred Skills Master’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Risk Management, or related fields

Procurement or related professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, PMP)

Experience specifically leading global or enterprise-wide procurement digital transformations

Proven capability to motivate, coach, mentor, and develop team members

Strong change management mindset with the ability to partner across functions to drive adoption

Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing

        Job Posting End Date     2026-07-15       Equal Opportunities Haleon are committed to mobilising our purpose in a way that represents the diverse consumers and communities who rely on our brands every day. It guides us in creating an inclusive culture, where different backgrounds and views are valued and respected – all in support of understanding and best serving the needs of our consumers and unleashing the full potential of our people. It’s important to us that Haleon is a place where all our employees feel they truly belong.

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