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September 2, 2024

Avery Dennison

Longford

FULL TIME


Procurement Specialist

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 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer.
Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com.
We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.


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, Power Point 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.

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