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Role Description

The Global Procurement function at Avery Dennison is evolving to become a Value Creator function.

Our Vision: To create holistic value for the enterprise through our ONE Avery Dennison procurement mindset.

Our Mission: To gain a competitive advantage in our industry through exceptional procurement practices with an ultimate goal of creating value for the enterprise and our customers.

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to cultivate trusted partnerships.
• Mitigate risk and employ innovative thinking.
• Embrace the rapidly emerging digitized world.
• Commit to practices that advance sustainability.

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Procurement - Global Chemicals: a high-impact, remote role dedicated to championing the "5 Levers" of category management across our ~$650M global chemicals spend.

• Act as the global architect and champion for chemical strategy.
• Ensure consistency and value creation across all Avery Dennison regions.

Reporting Structure:

• Direct Report to: Vice President, Procurement - North America & Global Chemicals.
• Location: Remote (North America Eastern Time or Central Time).

Critical Objectives

• Champion of Project Nova: Act as the global "North Star" for the Nova transformation within the Chemicals category.
• Global Category Architect: Own and drive the 5 Levers Strategic Plan for the $1BN global chemicals portfolio.
• Chemical Community Leadership: Lead the "Chemicals Community of Practice."
• Advanced Category Management: Employ the latest thinking in cost modeling (TCO), value stream analysis, and indexing.
• Supplier Ecosystem Management: Manage top-tier global supplier relationships.
• Market & Geopolitical Intelligence: Serve as the global subject matter expert on chemical feedstocks and market dynamics.
• Innovation & Sustainability: Partner with Global R&D and Marketing to qualify new, sustainable materials.

Skills & Capabilities

• Matrix Influencing: Proven ability to lead and inspire cross-functional and cross-regional teams.
• Strategic Mastery: Deep understanding of the 5 Levers of Procurement.
• Digital Mindset: Ability to embrace and promote digitized procurement tools.
• Global Perspective: A truly global mindset with the ability to navigate different regional market dynamics.
• Exceptional Communication: Capable of "selling" complex procurement strategies.
• Behavior: Be a true champion of Avery Dennison Core Values.
• Strategic Execution: Proven ability to translate high-level global strategies into actionable regional tactics.
• Analytical Rigor: Highly proficient in data analysis and utilizing digital procurement tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Supply Chain, Engineering, or Chemistry preferred).
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• 12+ years of experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing.
• Strong business acumen experience.
• Knowledge of negotiating and developing contracts.
• Strong expertise in Chemicals is required.
• Experience working within a global matrix.
• Ability to travel globally (approx. 20%).
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale functional transformations.

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $127,000- $169,000 / year.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.