Category: Procurement Manager PP FilmsLocation: Bristol, GB; Porto, PT; Istanbul, TR; Prague, CZ; Lodz, PL; Barcelona, ESDepartment: ProcurementFull-time or Part-time: Full-TimeJob Type: EmployeeShift: On siteAbout The Role To build strong relationships with suppliers in the PP Films category in order to position Amcor as a preferred and trusted business partner while ensuring an uninterrupted supply of high-quality goods at an optimum Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). The role also focuses on delivering sustainable business results, including supply assurance, cost efficiency, quality, service, and innovation, to meet business needs. In addition, it contributes to the overall Flexibles procurement strategy through the development and implementation of effective Category and Supplier strategies, while enhancing total value procured from the category's supply base by driving standardization and consolidation across category accounts.Key Job Accountabilities Strategy Development and ImplementationContribute to the development of the overall purchasing strategy and translate the purchasing strategy into concrete action plansWork closely with key stakeholders to develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for the category/supplier in order to ensure quality of services and significant cost reductionsEnsure that the needs of the Sites are effectively represented in the Purchasing Strategies and to achieve this must work closely with the Cluster and Site ManagementResults AchievementControl and optimize resources to meet objectives and deliver agreed results while working closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure that sourcing strategies are implemented and function wellTrack and report savings, monitor TCO improvement as well as working capital improvement using the tracking tools in placeAssess and manage risks across the Purchasing category while developing and contributing to a risk strategy for the category together with mitigating actionsManage the supplier base across category area, leverage Category spend globally and drive & implement best practices and cost reduction initiatives for the EMEA business.Monitor integration of Purchasing in core business processesFollow the set standards with respect to Purchasing and ensure consistency with the Amcor requirements and standardsSupport the development of the Purchasing policy in providing feedback and advise to the Group Procurement Director and the Procurement Excellence TeamIdentify trends and/or issues that need improvement within the category accounts, identify the Purchasing gaps and use Market knowledge gained through industry analysis, supplier analysis and competitive analysesNegotiation and Contract ManagementEnhance the relationship with suppliers in an innovative way to realize cost saving potentialsManages negotiation process, content and results in leading the negotiation team to define the desired outcome of a negotiationUse Amcor negotiations techniques and tools to prepare and monitor process (ANP).Build strong relationships with key material provider in order to negotiate more interesting contractual agreements and service levelsRegularly review and monitor contract realisation and deliveryIdentify and resolve issues or escape issues, if requiredEnsure transparency in carrying out execution purchasing procedureRelationship ManagementIdentify stakeholders; understand, interpret their current and future needs and manage their expectations;Build very good rapport with suppliers and obtain access to senior leadership team.Collaborate strongly with relevant departments to ensure understanding and compliance with key purchasing strategiesCreate, maintain, enhance professional networksContribute towards Purchasing excellence and customer satisfactionFinancial PlanningDevelop budgets and targets based on aggressive, well founded, realistic, forward oriented goalsEnsure that financial resource allocation is cost-effective and aligned with strategic and operational plansBuild an accurate forecast for category price movementsReportingProvide periodic and ad hoc reporting and forecasting on performance against plan and potential in following up on KPIs and reporting on trendsEnsure appropriate flow of information regarding supplier economicsQualifications/Requirements Knowledge and ExperienceMinimum 5 years of relevant working experience in purchasingRelevant experience in a company with a mature purchasing organisationPotential to develop further into a business positionExperience in market and benchmark analysis at a broad levelEducation and CertificationsUniversity degreeJob Specific Technical RequirementsExperiences in the selection of suppliers – in inquiry and/or negotiationAppropriate application of the market analysis tools – industry analysis (Porter model) and supplier analysis – and a demonstrated understanding of the cost drivers in their marketsExperiences in the selection, preparation and execution of commercial agreements, relevant to the materials items being sourcedDemonstrated understanding at an operational level, interacting with other functionsEffective participation in multi functional work – projects cross-functional teams in an international environment;Working knowledge of company information and data systems used by PurchasingUnderstanding of key administrative systems that impact Purchases and suppliersA result oriented and hands on individualPurchasing technical skills, confirmed capability in each of the Key Sourcing SkillsMastery of tools, such as: develop and implement Sourcing Strategies, apply Policy, run Inquiry, conduct Negotiation, Benchmark, draft and execute commercial agreements and forecastAbout Amcor Amcor is the global leader in developing and producing responsible consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty and wellness categories. Our global product innovation and sustainability expertise enables us to solve packaging challenges around the world every day, producing a range of flexible packaging, rigid packaging, cartons and closures that are more sustainable, functional and appealing for our customers and their consumers. We are guided by our purpose of elevating customers, shaping lives and protecting the future. Supported by a commitment to safety, over 75,000 people generate $23 billion in annualized sales from operations that span over 400 locations in more than 40 countries.NYSE: AMCR; ASX: AMC www.amcor.com | LinkedIn | YouTube#J-18808-Ljbffr