Job Information
Avery Dennison Procurement Manager, Paper in Mentor, Ohio
Company Description
Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 34,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:
Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
Paid parental leave
401K eligibility
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
Paid vacation and Paid holidays
Annual uniform allotment
Safety shoe reimbursement program
Prescription safety eyeglass program
Job Description
The Procurement Manager oversees the approval and control of the procurement function, within limits of delegated authority. This position investigates all new developments relative to materials and supplies, and makes recommendations designed to reduce costs and improve quality. The Procurement Manager is also responsible for negotiating commercial terms and implementing purchasing agreements with suppliers. This role is based on sustained delivery of business results, including supply assurance, cost, quality, service and innovation, which are required to meet the business needs.
Centralized Purchasing Focus: This Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the North America centralized purchasing process, including all things that are purchased on a centralized level, such as Equipment, Materials, Services, and Supplies.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the purchasing of services and supplies necessary for operation of an organization including machinery, equipment, tools and raw materials.
Review proposals for price, delivery time and quality and then select suppliers. Approve and qualify vendors.
Assist in instituting and promoting cost reduction projects. Monitor the cost, schedule and performance factors of major subcontractors.
Coordinate with other departments to determine materials needed and schedules to be met.
Use RFIs/RFPs, leveraging, and benchmarking to deliver business results and competitive advantage. Establish and execute pertinent written agreements.
Research and develop sources of supply for assigned commodities.
Analyze suppliers and markets to identify trends, industry dynamics, opportunities for marketplace advantage, and new ideas for products, processes and services.
Gather information about competitors’ materials, technologies, supply base, sourcing strategies, etc. to benchmark competitors’ costs, service, etc.
Work to develop/publish/implement strategies that enable high quality, delivery, and productivity cost savings.
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source and urgency of need.
Develop and maintain appropriate and productive supplier relationships.
Improve cooperation across geographic and organization boundaries by identifying barriers and working with Regional Purchasing Leaders and Global VP to eliminate barriers.
Develop and maintain appropriate and productive supplier relationships, including involvement in critical negotiations.
Skills & Capabilities
Proven vendor selection and negotiation skills with strong business acumen.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Relationship builder
Strategic planning and project execution
Digital mindset
Innovative and sustainable thinker
Qualifications
Requirements and Prior Experience
Bachelor’s degree required.
7+ years purchasing or related experience required.
Supervision and Leadership experience a plus.
Manufacturing industry experience required.
Prior experience leading complex supplier/vendor negotiations and developing contracts.
Possess leadership, mentoring, training and project management experience
Experience developing supplier diversity
Experience in sustainability initiatives and metrics
Ability to travel
Additional Information
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled