ABOUT US:
At Gisou we are on a mission to make the world GLOW! As a rapidly growing scale-up, we're dedicated to crafting iconic beauty products and activations, and building a world-class team to drive our vision and brand forward. We are talent obsessed and deeply believe that the raw skills of our people, and their collective brilliance is what makes us truly extraordinary!

ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are looking for a proactive and strategic Sourcing Manager to lead packaging supplier development, deliver cost saving initiatives, and manage timelines for packaging optimization. This individual plays a pivotal role in aligning supplier capabilities with brand objectives, and supporting cross functional teams to bring products to market on time and on budget. You will be responsible for:

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Development

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard packaging suppliers that align with business objectives.
• Build a robust and agile supplier network that supports long-term strategic growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders (e.g., PD, Operations) to ensure packaging partners meet technical, quality, and brand standards.

Cost Reduction & Value Creation

• Lead cost optimization initiatives without sacrificing performance or quality—through alternative sourcing, supplier consolidation, and packaging redesigns.
• Identify opportunities for innovative packaging solutions that enhance perceived value and operational efficiency.

Project Management

• Manage sourcing timelines and supplier activities related to new product development and packaging changes.
• Ensure alignment with product launch planning, cross-functional deliverables, and milestone tracking.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in sourcing or procurement, preferably within packaging and/or Beauty sector.
• Proven network of beauty (packaging) suppliers
• Strong track record in supplier development, cost optimization, and cross-functional project management.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

WHAT WE OFFER
The opportunity to be part of an ambitious, fun and dynamic team, with a pleasant informal and international working atmosphere and regular team activities and drinks. You will be working 4 days a week from our stunning office in the centre of Amsterdam, and have the possibility to work one day from home if you like. Lunch, drinks and snacks in the office are being provided every day.

Our team's wellbeing is super important to us, therefore we offer fitness membership via ClassPass, and mental health support via OpenUp to all our employees. Gisou is a fast growing and disruptive beauty company that offers huge opportunities for personal development and growth.

INTERESTED?
We can't wait to hear from you.