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Amcor · 21 hours ago

Purchasing Agent

Amcor is transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. The Purchasing Agent will oversee purchasing activities for materials and services across multiple manufacturing sites, ensuring cost efficiency and quality standards.

ChemicalInformation TechnologyManufacturingMedicalPackaging ServicesSupply Chain ManagementSustainability

Responsibilities

Analyze demand and historical usage to determine optimal stocking levels, order quantities, and delivery schedules for assigned materials
Ensure inventory targets and performance metrics are consistently met
Prepare and issue purchase orders in compliance with pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to supply, pricing, quality, and delivery
Act as the primary liaison between site personnel and suppliers
Partner with internal teams to identify and qualify appropriate materials and services
Collaborate with sites to reduce slow-moving and obsolete inventory
Identify and implement cost savings programs both independently and as part of a team
Work with suppliers to implement programs that optimize inventory
Identify and execute process improvement initiatives and share best practices across the procurement team
Ensure adherence to Amcor procurement standards and best practices
Maintain accurate records, files, and systems for purchasing activities
Provide backup support for other purchasing agents as needed
Participate in special projects and departmental initiatives
Submit and track quality or service complaints to suppliers, ensuring timely resolution

Qualification

Procurement experienceSupply chain knowledgeInventory managementCost optimizationAnalytical skillsCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

Associate degree in a business-related field required

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred
Prior experience in procurement or supply chain strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
Company-paid holidays starting at 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Company

Amcor is a packaging and container manufacturing company for food and beverage, personal care, and medical industries.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.2B
2025-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $2.2B
1969-08-28IPO

Leadership Team

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Peter Konieczny
Chief Executive Officer
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Ron S Delia
Chief Executive Officer
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