Job Description The procurement specialist will engage the company's suppliers to build solid relationships, drive supply, best value for money and generate commercial agreements.
Main responsibilities: Work with suppliers to continuously improve quality, delivery, payment terms and overall conditions.
Identify short-term and long-term supply risks, communicate and execute mitigation actions.
Engage with suppliers on purchase contracts where needed, either for Medical unique suppliers or coordinated with centralised Procurement for shared suppliers. Generate data-driven reporting based on categories, PPV and Price Index.
Identify and source new raw materials and vendors for custom product development, ensure sourcing strategies are supported by the Global Procurement group where relevant.
Ensure supplier readiness by working with project teams dedicated to product launches and changes.
Ensure qualification of suppliers is compliant to quality requirements.
Review supplier scorecards internally and externally, identify areas for improvement and lead appropriate actions.
Investigate the possibility to consolidate suppliers for business continuity.
Qualifications Relevant purchasing or related experience in sourcing, negotiation and commercial agreements.
BA/BSc in a relevant discipline (Supply Chain, Business Administration, etc) is desirable.
Technical aptitude, exemplified by education/training in business, science, chemistry, other engineering discipline or related work experience.
Analytical and presentation skills, with ability to communicate efficiently, persuasively and credibly with suppliers, colleagues and senior management.
Good knowledge of MS Office systems Outlook, Excel-Proficiency on Excel Pivots, Charts, etc., Word, PowerPoint Presentations or G-Suite equivalents.
Knowledge of modern supply chain systems including ERP.
Manufacturing acumen, with ability to develop, communicate and reinforce CTQs.
Strong values and integrity, keeping with Avery Dennison's Code of Conduct.
Some travel might be required.
Additional Information AVERY DENNISON IS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK: We not only embrace change… we drive it.
We work hard, push hard, and take brave risks.
Our culture is innovative and collaborative - where bold ideas turn into action.
We grow strong talent through stretch opportunities only restricted by your interests.
We are committed to workplace diversity, both for employees and for the business.
We are a force for good, imbedded in industries and communities worldwide.
We are challenging ourselves and others to reach higher and think bigger to improve the quality of all life.
Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone.
We offer: Workplace Flexibility Structured learning and development Mentoring program Competitive total rewards At Avery Dennison we do what we love and we love what we do.
We look forward to receiving your application.
