ASC Atlanta, GA, USA
3 days ago
Buyer - Atlanta
We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference!  

At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025. Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space. Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products. Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales. We have a proud history dating back to the 1860’s and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company. Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.   

   

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference. Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions. To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit www.amcor.com.  

Job Description

2. Job Dimensions

Work directly with site management and regional/global procurementResponsible for the execution of Amcor’s Procure Plus initiatives to achieve cost saving goalsSupport internal customers/other colleagues

3 a. Principal Accountabilities

Execute negotiations and supplier selection for one-off buys in accordance with the category sourcing strategy, spend level authorizations, and Amcor’s procurement and finance policies.Responsible for indirect categories in scope, specifically spares and consumables, professional services, office supplies.Manage day to day supplier performance, elevating as necessary and working as a partner with the category managers, various P+ point teams and suppliers to deliver timely/effective solutions.Manage compliance metrics for each of the plants in the region for SAP#, Catalog and preferred Supplier usage.Maintain and ensure business continuity planning and support is given to the plant and stakeholders.Manage Integrated Facility Management (IFM) program for regional plants. Such as hosting monthly meetings, ensure KPI’s are met and attend monthly meetings.Responsible for leveraging third party supplier for the product substitution project for new parts and ensuring plants are utilizing said suppliers for existing identified substituted parts.Responsible for sourcing and utilizing repair suppliers where necessary (repair & rebuild).Managing VMI and PPE standardization for the plants with the regionDeliver monthly management reports measuring ­ catalog vs. non­catalog spend, Ariba compliance, product substitution, repair and rebuild, inventory management. Define and implement local corrective actions as necessaryCollaborate with category managers, various P+ point teams, and plant operations teams to implement and monitor compliance to catalog usage and indirect TCO strategies; including, consolidation of suppliers and SKUs, product substitution, standardization and other related procurement objectives.Act as the Ariba super user and local P+ champion and in doing so, provide coaching, training and day to­day support of procurement processes and master data systems for business users.Engage with category managers on supplier pricing issues and where updates to contracts are needed as the business needs evolve.Engage and inform operations, AP and PLT where necessaryManage workflow logs within agreed service levels from new and updated purchase requisitions (PRs) to purchase orders (PO) with involvement from appropriate businessWork closely with requisitioner, suppliers, receiving, controllers and finance shared services (SS) to resolve invoice issues and to identify root cause with corrective action.Escalate non­compliance to ASC policies to appropriate finance and procurement category managers/directors for further guidance and appropriate remedial action.

3 b. Additional Accountabilities

Lead identification and implementation of supplier catalog improvements with the objective of continually driving spend reductions. Area of focus will be correct pricing, SKU availability and master data accuracy. Manage communication with suppliers and internal customers to satisfy product and delivery needs and requirements specifications.Monitor BAAN Exception report to resolve text-based PO discrepancies and ensure timely payment of invoicesMonitor compliance of NA plant operations with MRO max level settings. Identify and transfer overstock from other plants via share the spares program before ordering with suppliers. Assist plants and sites in identification of obsolete items.Process Vendor Add/Change/Maintenance requests including working with internal personnel and external vendors to collect necessary information.Work closely with MDM Specialists to ensure all new create or extend part requests are adequately completed with correct part nomenclature, pricing, and SAP categories.Supports plant leadership and/or procurement category manager requests for data analysis, metrics reporting, and purchasing information.Support set up of plant new equipment spares packages and rebuild packages to ensure optimal amount ofASC inventory is absorbed and further maintained prior to purchase. Other projects/tasks as assigned

4. Qualifications/Requirements

Education and Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field orAssociates degree and minimum of 5 - 7 years of relevant experience in an indirect buyer roleExperience working in a large, complex multi­location manufacturing organizationSystems aptitude and hands-on experience with ERP systemsDemonstrated effectiveness using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Word


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Behaviors:

Analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detailSupplier NegotiationsTeaming for customer successAbility to influence and drive for resultsExceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skillsStrong project management skills, ability to develop and execute plan.Ability to understand, present and discuss financial information.Amcor Core Values (Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Social Responsibility, and Innovation)

Physical Demands:

Must be able to hold, touch, feel and manipulate with hands product and equipment in a safe manner. Manual dexterity is required.Must be available to work in excess of 8 hours per day and/or 40 hours per week when necessary.Must be able to travel both domestic and internationally.

Our Expectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor’s quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor’s consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor’s leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the links  "EEO is the and "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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