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Amcor · 1 day ago

Purchasing Manager, Shared Services

Evansville, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Amcor is a leading company in the packaging industry, committed to transforming the sector and improving lives globally. The Corporate Purchasing Manager will lead a divisional procurement team, managing significant annual spend while driving strategic sourcing and supplier relationships to align with corporate objectives.

ChemicalInformation TechnologyManufacturingMedicalPackaging ServicesSupply Chain ManagementSustainability

Responsibilities

Own divisional sourcing execution for direct and indirect materials, aligning with Amcor’s global procurement framework

Lead or collaborate on high-value contract negotiations, securing favorable terms on pricing, delivery, and quality

Represent procurement in divisional leadership forums, influencing decisions that impact corporate financial performance

Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leaders and suppliers, ensuring alignment and timely resolution of escalations

Drive supplier rationalization and compliance enforcement across all sites

Support the delivery of savings targets and other KPIs aligned with business goals, providing regular updates and insights to stakeholders

Oversee annual standard cost adjustments of raw materials for the division

Monitor and report on purchase price variances (PPV) and lead corrective actions to protect margins

Ensure team meets cost savings targets through strategic sourcing, supplier innovation, and process optimization

Leverage advanced analytics and supply chain technologies to enhance raw material forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and implement effective Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs

Drive initiatives to reduce working capital, eliminate obsolete inventory, and improve inventory turns

Support the development of contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions and help ensure continuity

Conduct business reviews with strategic suppliers, driving continuous improvement and risk management

Enforce compliance with Amcor’s global procurement standards, ISO requirements, and ethical sourcing practices

Respond to ISO audit inquiries and ensure documentation readiness

Monitor and report on vendor complaints, ensuring comprehensive corrective actions for quality, delivery, and compliance issues

Partner with R&D, Operations, Finance, and Quality to support new product development, packaging transitions, and sustainability initiatives

Serve as a procurement subject matter expert for ERP integrations, acquisitions, and digital transformation projects

Train, coach, and develop a team of 5–12 procurement professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Set clear performance objectives and monitor KPIs for team members to ensure alignment with divisional and corporate goals

Manage workload distribution across multiple sites and categories, balancing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Conduct regular one-on-one and team meetings to provide feedback, resolve challenges, and maintain engagement

Mentor high-potential employees for succession planning and career development within the organization

Ensure compliance and consistency in procurement processes across all team members and sites

Address performance issues promptly and professionally, maintaining high standards of execution and accountability

Qualification

Procurement LeadershipCost ManagementSupplier Relationship ManagementERP/MRP SystemsProcurement AnalyticsLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsProject Management