Amcor Flexibles, LLC
Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.
At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
Job Description About the role As a Purchasing Agent at Amcor, you will be a key contributor to procurement operations across multiple manufacturing sites within the Rigid Packaging Solutions North America business group. In this role, you will oversee purchasing activities for either direct or indirect materials and services, typically supporting between five to twelve manufacturing sites. By leveraging Amcor's global, national, and regional agreements, you will drive cost efficiency, maintain quality standards, and ensure timely delivery to meet operational needs.
Key Job Accountabilities
Inventory & Planning:
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.
Procurement Execution:
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.
Supplier & Stakeholder Collaboration:
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.
Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization:
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.
Compliance & Best Practices:
Ensure adherence to Amcor procurement standards and best practices.
Maintain accurate records, files, and systems for purchasing activities.
Additional Duties:
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
Qualifications/Requirements
Associate degree in a business-related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior experience in procurement or supply chain strongly preferred.
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Our Expectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Benefits When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
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)
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At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.
Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.
Job Description About the role As a Purchasing Agent at Amcor, you will be a key contributor to procurement operations across multiple manufacturing sites within the Rigid Packaging Solutions North America business group. In this role, you will oversee purchasing activities for either direct or indirect materials and services, typically supporting between five to twelve manufacturing sites. By leveraging Amcor's global, national, and regional agreements, you will drive cost efficiency, maintain quality standards, and ensure timely delivery to meet operational needs.
Key Job Accountabilities
Inventory & Planning:
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.
Procurement Execution:
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.
Supplier & Stakeholder Collaboration:
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.
Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization:
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.
Compliance & Best Practices:
Ensure adherence to Amcor procurement standards and best practices.
Maintain accurate records, files, and systems for purchasing activities.
Additional Duties:
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
Qualifications/Requirements
Associate degree in a business-related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Prior experience in procurement or supply chain strongly preferred.
#LI-Onsite
Our Expectations We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:
Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster.
E-Verify We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.
Benefits When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:
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)
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