Procurement Category Lead - Films EMENA

Job Description

Avery Dennison is looking for a Procurement Category Lead Films EMENA to join our Labels and Packaging Materials (LPM) Procurement team. This is a key role with responsibility for developing and aligning the strategic direction for our Filmic materials in Europe while managing a critical portfolio of products and vendors. In this role you will be responsible for sourcing and negotiating commercial terms, implementing procurement agreements, as well as introducing new suppliers and products to support innovation, sustainability and financial targets across the region. You will drive competitive advantage by optimizing the end-to-end value chain and making data-driven decisions based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), ensuring long-term profitability and operational resilience. Key performance indicators include inflation or deflation financial reporting, free cash flow, supply assurance, cost improvements, quality, service, and innovation. Additionally, you will be part of a Global Film Procurement community where you will be an integral part of co-designing and executing multi-year strategic roadmaps for our Film portfolios across regions. The position will be located at our European Headquarters in Oegstgeest, the Netherlands, reporting to the “Director Procurement LPM EMENA” based in Oegstgeest as well. In this function you will also have one direct report.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact between all LPM functional teams (Research & Development, Supply Chain, etc.) and Procurement in order to develop and execute the strategic direction and yearly projects of the spend portfolio.

• Work in partnership with the LPM Marketing organization and Global/European Procurement teams to translate market needs into multi-year roadmaps that deliver innovation, differentiation, and competitive advantage (through strategic sourcing, negotiations and vendor management).

• Partner with R&D to identify and deliver cost savings opportunities, and to maintain a healthy pipeline of new materials and supplier capabilities.

• Close collaboration with Supply Chain & Operations in order to guarantee raw materials availability and quality, while at the same time exploring opportunities to increase service value, and reducing business continuity risks.

• Continuously scan and scout both the market and our existing supply base in order to assess our competitive position and facilitate supplier-driven innovation, bringing outside intelligence to our front-end organization.

Qualifications

• Education on academic level (Master degree or Bachelor degree) in a relevant discipline i.e. Supply Chain, Business Administration or equivalent experience

• 10+ years of relevant experience in a similar or related function within an international, fast-paced industrial environment.

• Demonstrated accomplishments in handling diverse and complex strategic sourcing activities and vendor management (selection, negotiation, contracts, etc.), leading large negotiations, developing commercial agreements and contracts, and project management.

• Ability to navigate and mitigate market volatility through proactive risk management, agile negotiation strategies, and multiple projects and programs management.

• Industry and/or Resin & Film raw material knowledge is preferred.

• Excellent command of English (written / spoken as well as presentation skills) and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Additional Information

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Health & Financial Benefits:
  • We offer a benefit for the supplemental package of mandatory health insurance.
  • Access to Lyra, our confidential Employee Assistance Program, for personal and professional support.
  • We provide a free health check every 4 years, and free fruit on-site.
  • Mandatory participation to the Avery Dennison Pension Fund, employer pays ⅔ of the premium. 
  • Holiday allowance and a year-end allowance.
• Time Off & Flexibility:
  • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, increasing to 26 days after 4 years (pro-rated).
  • Extra Days: 13 additional days per year (+4% ATV allowance, pro-rated) and a bridge day off. Benefit from birth/parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law, with fully paid partner leave. We also offer flexible working hours and hybrid work options for most positions.
• Commuting & On-site Perks: Take advantage of free and enclosed parking in a well-located building, or opt for a commuting allowance/100% reimbursement for public transport.
• Professional Development: Invest in your growth with a €500 annual individual training budget, access to lots of internal training/mentoring programs and a budget for hardware when working from home. 

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in FMCG, Apparel, Automotive and Pharma industry. Our European Headquarters in the Netherlands, founded in 1955 and since 2014 located in the Leiden Bioscience Park, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports all Avery Dennison businesses and employs approximately 500 talented individuals. The location serves as the central hub for European Leadership and other functions that support the wider European manufacturing and distribution network. The location features a state-of-the-art Research and Development Center.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. 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 any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com.