Purchasing Agent
Amcor, Evansville, IN, United States
Purchasing Agent
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.
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.
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.
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.