Category Manager, Paper & Alu, North America
Amcor Flexibles, LLC, Deerfield, IL, United States
Lead the company's procurement strategy to strengthen competitive advantage across AFNA Operations, plants, and business units. Oversee key procurement categories, including Aluminium and Paper, driving measurable value through cost optimization, innovation, quality enhancement, service excellence, and risk management. Deliver sustainable business results by building and expanding procurement's strategic contribution to the organization. Champion procurement priorities in Innovation and Simplification by enabling and sourcing innovative solutions, while standardizing and consolidating supply strategies across the AFNA business to improve efficiency and long‑term value creation.
Key Job Accountabilities
Strategy Development and Implementation
Responsible for developing and implementing a cohesive, business‑aligned long‑term Category Strategy for Paper, and Aluminium across the region, aligned with the global strategy and business objectives.
Responsible for the overall delivery of the category targets following the target setting process.
Responsible for ensuring delivery against the Procurement Balanced Scorecard measures for the category.
Responsible for consolidating supplier, market, category and internal business data and information to inform the Category Strategy.
Responsible for the communication of the final Category Strategy and Annual Category Plans to the relevant stakeholders in the region.
Manage regional implementation of sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/eAuctions) and strategic projects.
Responsible for ensuring the resources, information and tools are in place for project execution throughout the category.
Responsible for defining and measuring relevant key performance indicators for key suppliers in the category, aligned to the Amcor Supplier Performance Management Framework.
Responsible for leading innovation with strategic category suppliers.
Responsible for ensuring robust contractual arrangements are in place for the category.
Responsible for monitoring compliance and adherence to Amcor Procurement policies and procedures.
Responsible for ensuring internal issues are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.
Provide input to Amcor's acquisition strategies by completing the due diligence and integration activities relevant to the category.
ESG
Lead the monitoring and reporting of GHG emissions data from suppliers in alignment with the Paper and Aluminium GHG and Procurement excellence team.
Foster partnerships with suppliers to secure and source raw materials with higher recycled content and/or with lower CO₂ footprint.
Responsible for ensuring procurement strategies align with internal and customer targets for recycled content and carbon reductions.
Lead initiatives to enhance Amcor’s sustainability performance in the supply chain.
Negotiation
Own key regional supplier relationships for the assigned categories; lead supplier segmentation and performance management.
Build strong relationships with key suppliers regional contacts in order to negotiate more innovative and beneficial contractual agreements and service levels.
Manage negotiation process, content and results. Lead the negotiation team to define the desired outcome of a negotiation.
Relationship Management
Identify stakeholders; understand and interpret their current and future needs, and manage their expectations. Give advice and build long‑term value partnerships with these stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with relevant departments to ensure understanding and compliance with key procurement strategies and policies.
Serve as the key interface between Global Category Lead, regional procurement, R&D, and business stakeholders in the region.
Facilitate regional qualifications, transitions, and material changes.
Financial Planning
Responsible for the bottom‑up aggregation of all category data across Business Group to inform the top‑down target setting process.
Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) and actively contribute to budget planning and cost forecasting.
Ensure robust contract coverage and track adherence to agreed terms.
Responsible for reconciling “gaps” between the bottom‑up and top‑down targets, and identifying initiatives required to close any such disparities.
Ensure that financial resource allocation is cost‑effective and aligned with strategic and operational plans.
Build an accurate forecast for category price movements.
Reporting
Provide periodic and ad‑hoc reporting and forecasting on performance against plan and potential in following up on KPIs and reporting on trends.
Qualifications/Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a scientific/technical field. Strong preference for CIPS or equivalent professional procurement qualification.
Experience:
Minimum 7+ years of procurement experience or 5+ years in a management role (e.g., plant management or similar functions). Proven leadership experience within multi‑country, multinational, and matrix organizations. Extensive background in commercial management, change management, category management, cross‑functional team leadership, and senior‑level stakeholder influencing.
Professional Expertise:
In‑depth industry knowledge and market insights within the Paper and Aluminium sectors.
Our Expectations
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
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 refer to 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.
Compensation
The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $112,800 to $141,000; however, base pay offered may vary within the full salary range $112,800 to $169,200 depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. Position may also be eligible for Amcor’s Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.
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 8 days per year and may vary by location.
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits.
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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Key Job Accountabilities
Strategy Development and Implementation
Responsible for developing and implementing a cohesive, business‑aligned long‑term Category Strategy for Paper, and Aluminium across the region, aligned with the global strategy and business objectives.
Responsible for the overall delivery of the category targets following the target setting process.
Responsible for ensuring delivery against the Procurement Balanced Scorecard measures for the category.
Responsible for consolidating supplier, market, category and internal business data and information to inform the Category Strategy.
Responsible for the communication of the final Category Strategy and Annual Category Plans to the relevant stakeholders in the region.
Manage regional implementation of sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/eAuctions) and strategic projects.
Responsible for ensuring the resources, information and tools are in place for project execution throughout the category.
Responsible for defining and measuring relevant key performance indicators for key suppliers in the category, aligned to the Amcor Supplier Performance Management Framework.
Responsible for leading innovation with strategic category suppliers.
Responsible for ensuring robust contractual arrangements are in place for the category.
Responsible for monitoring compliance and adherence to Amcor Procurement policies and procedures.
Responsible for ensuring internal issues are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.
Provide input to Amcor's acquisition strategies by completing the due diligence and integration activities relevant to the category.
ESG
Lead the monitoring and reporting of GHG emissions data from suppliers in alignment with the Paper and Aluminium GHG and Procurement excellence team.
Foster partnerships with suppliers to secure and source raw materials with higher recycled content and/or with lower CO₂ footprint.
Responsible for ensuring procurement strategies align with internal and customer targets for recycled content and carbon reductions.
Lead initiatives to enhance Amcor’s sustainability performance in the supply chain.
Negotiation
Own key regional supplier relationships for the assigned categories; lead supplier segmentation and performance management.
Build strong relationships with key suppliers regional contacts in order to negotiate more innovative and beneficial contractual agreements and service levels.
Manage negotiation process, content and results. Lead the negotiation team to define the desired outcome of a negotiation.
Relationship Management
Identify stakeholders; understand and interpret their current and future needs, and manage their expectations. Give advice and build long‑term value partnerships with these stakeholders.
Collaborate closely with relevant departments to ensure understanding and compliance with key procurement strategies and policies.
Serve as the key interface between Global Category Lead, regional procurement, R&D, and business stakeholders in the region.
Facilitate regional qualifications, transitions, and material changes.
Financial Planning
Responsible for the bottom‑up aggregation of all category data across Business Group to inform the top‑down target setting process.
Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) and actively contribute to budget planning and cost forecasting.
Ensure robust contract coverage and track adherence to agreed terms.
Responsible for reconciling “gaps” between the bottom‑up and top‑down targets, and identifying initiatives required to close any such disparities.
Ensure that financial resource allocation is cost‑effective and aligned with strategic and operational plans.
Build an accurate forecast for category price movements.
Reporting
Provide periodic and ad‑hoc reporting and forecasting on performance against plan and potential in following up on KPIs and reporting on trends.
Qualifications/Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a scientific/technical field. Strong preference for CIPS or equivalent professional procurement qualification.
Experience:
Minimum 7+ years of procurement experience or 5+ years in a management role (e.g., plant management or similar functions). Proven leadership experience within multi‑country, multinational, and matrix organizations. Extensive background in commercial management, change management, category management, cross‑functional team leadership, and senior‑level stakeholder influencing.
Professional Expertise:
In‑depth industry knowledge and market insights within the Paper and Aluminium sectors.
Our Expectations
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
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 refer to 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.
Compensation
The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $112,800 to $141,000; however, base pay offered may vary within the full salary range $112,800 to $169,200 depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on national averages and a geographic differential may be applied based on work location. Position may also be eligible for Amcor’s Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.
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 8 days per year and may vary by location.
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program.
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account.
Life insurance, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability, and voluntary benefits.
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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