Global Category Lead

3 days ago

Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong SAR China Avery Dennison Full time

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides branding and information labeling solutions, including pressure-sensitive materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, and a variety of converted products and solutions. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of labeling and functional materials that enhance branded packaging, carry or display information that connects the physical and the digital, and improve customers' product performance. The company serves an array of industries worldwide, including home and personal care, apparel, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive. The company employs approximately 36,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

Job Summary:

As Part of the Global Direct Material procurement group, the Global Procurement Category Lead - Textiles will be responsible for managing the procurement categories, identifying and executing strategic initiatives to improve the category and drive overall performance (incl. Cost Savings, Compliance, Sustainability, etc.). The Category Lead will also drive or support the supplier selection process, negotiations, and supplier relationship management according to the category archetype (center led, networked or decentralized). The Category Lead will work closely with key stakeholders across the organization to ensure that category requirements are met effectively, efficiently and at the lowest total cost of ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute category strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the organization's needs in terms of quality, delivery, cost, and service level agreements.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
  • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply and drive continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. product development, operation etc) to understand business needs and requirements.
  • Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions as necessary.
  • Develop and maintain category-specific metrics and KPIs to track performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Drive cost savings and value creation initiatives within the category.
  • Develop and maintain category-specific policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
  • Keep up-to-date with market trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies in the Textiles categories.
  • Strong sense to create sustainable saving pipeline (e.g. Scope 3 etc).
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in International Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
  • Prior experience in Textiles category management preferred.
  • Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost savings and favorable contract terms.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable insights.
  • Proficiency in procurement technology and systems.

As a Global Procurement Category Lead - Textiles, you are responsible for tracking a range of metrics and KPIs to ensure that the category is managed effectively, efficiently, and in alignment with organizational goals. Some of the key metrics and KPIs that you may be responsible for include:

  • Savings: This KPI measures the cost savings achieved through effective category management practices.
  • Supplier Performance: This metric measures the performance of suppliers in terms of delivery, quality, and service level agreements.
  • Contract Compliance: This metric measures the degree to which suppliers comply with the terms and conditions of the contract.
  • Category Spend: This KPI measures the total spend for the category.
  • Total Cost of Ownership: This KPI measures the total cost of owning and operating the goods or services procured within the category.
  • Cycle Time: This metric measures the time it takes to complete the procurement process.

Additional Information

AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER. 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 other protected status.

Seniority level
  • Associate
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Marketing and Sales
  • Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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