POSITION SUMMARY:
The Associate Procurement Manager of Packaging will support most procurement activities of various packaging categories across the organization's business units in North America. This individual will also manage the supplier management process – identify, qualify, onboard, transact and collaborate with a high number of supplier and packaging categories.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and maintain cost models to understand cost drivers and price transparency across all categories (maintain system pricing and maintain/close all open invoice variances)
Perform analytical activities that support the direction of the category and drives optimization across the portfolio
Develop different award optimization scenarios to minimize total cost of ownership and conduct post-implementation variance analysis
Review contracts ensuring compliance around pricing, payment terms, volume commitments, rebates
Provide problem solving solutions (short term and long term) for service related issues as needed
Execute and assist new item set-ups within SAP as required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics or Finance
3+ years of procurement and / or related supply chain experience, ideally Analytics or Buyer experience (category does not matter but packaging preferred)
2+ years of leading projects - including excellent planning, time management, decision making and organizational skills
Strong written and oral communication skills, decision making/problem solving and influencing
Mathematical and reasoning skills required for proper analysis of bids, inclusive of differential pricing analysis and total cost of ownership
Strong analytical skills
Proficient use with Microsoft Office
Ability to work cross functionally with teams to balance solutions in accordance with budget, schedule and tools
Professional and effective facilitation skills - should be able to facilitate group discussions
Ability to work in a fast paced environment – should be able to multi-task with proven follow-through and adherence to changing priorities and deadlines
Attention to detail - should be able to complete accurate data entry and develop accurate written materials
Action orientated - should be able to follow up on feedback to ensure positive outcomes
Collaborative team player - should be able to establish solid working relationships with stakeholders
Professional communication skills – should be able to communicate with peers, customers and vendors both via verbal and written communication
Technical Communication Skills - Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts, findings & recommendations to all stakeholders
Ability to influence others to adopt new ways of thinking, change habits, increase engagement, and improve processes
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
SALARY & BENEFITS:
The current pay range for this position is $80,000 to $115,000. Actual compensation within that range will be dependent upon, but may not be limited to, the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and applicable laws. For 2023, this position is eligible for a bonus target of 10% in accordance with the bonus plan.
As a full-time employee of Diversey, you will be eligible to enroll in our robust benefits package on your first day which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
Medical, dental, & vision coverage
401k (w/ employer match up to 6%)
15 paid vacation days (prorated based on start date)
9 paid holidays annually (prorated based on start date)
2 floating holidays (prorated based on start date)
48 hours of sick time (prorated based on start date)
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, Diversey provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to be considered for any position to be filled unless the accommodation would pose an undue hardship. Should you require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at hrquestions_us@diversey.com.
