Category Manager, BOPET Films

Category Manager, BOPET FilmsFull time Americas - North America - United States - Neenah - AF Neenah WIAccelerate 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 DescriptionAbout the roleLead the company's procurement strategy to strengthen competitive advantage across AFNA Operations, plants, and business units. Oversee key procurement categories, including BOPET Films, 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 creationKey Job AccountabilitiesStrategy Development and Strategy ImplementationResponsible for developing and implementing a cohesive, business-aligned long-term Category Strategy for BOPET Film across the region, aligned with the global strategy and business objectives.Responsible for the overall delivery of the category targets following the target setting processResponsible for ensuring delivery against the Procurement Balanced Scorecard measures for the categoryResponsible for consolidating supplier, market, category and internal business data and information to inform the Category StrategyResponsible for the communication of the final Category Strategy and Annual Category Plans to the relevant stakeholders the regionManage regional implementation of sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/eAuctions) and strategic projectsResponsible for ensuring the resources, information and tools are in place for project execution throughout the categoryResponsible for defining and measuring relevant key performance indicators for key suppliers in the category, aligned to the Amcor Supplier Performance Management FrameworkResponsible for leading innovation with strategic category suppliersResponsible for ensuring robust contractual arrangements are in place for the categoryResponsible for monitoring compliance and adherence to Amcor Procurement policies and proceduresResponsible for ensuring internal issues are addressed and resolved in a timely mannerProvide input to Amcor's acquisition strategies by completing the due diligence and integration activities relevant to the categoryESGLead the monitoring and reporting of GHG emissions data from suppliers in alignment with the BOPET Film GHG and Procurement excellence team.Foster partnerships with suppliers to secure and source raw materials with higher recycled content and/or with lower CO2 footprintResponsible for ensuring procurement strategies align with internal and customer targets for recycled content and carbon reductionsLead initiatives to enhance Amcor`s sustainability performance in the supply chainNegotiationOwn 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 levelsManage negotiation process, content and results. Lead the negotiation team to define the desired outcome of a negotiationRelationship ManagementIdentify stakeholders; understand and interpret their current and future needs, and manage their expectations. Give advice and build long-term value partnerships with these stakeholdersCollaborate closely with relevant departments to ensure understanding and compliance with key procurement strategies and policiesServe 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 PlanningResponsible for the bottom-up aggregation of all category data across Business Group to inform the top-down target setting processOptimize 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 disparitiesEnsure that financial resource allocation is cost-effective and aligned with strategic and operational plansBuild an accurate forecast for category price movementsReportingProvide periodic and ad hoc reporting and forecasting on performance against plan and potential in following up on KPIs and reporting on trendsQualifications/RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain, or a scientific/technical field required. Strong preference for CIPS or equivalent professional procurement qualification.Experience: 5 years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or related commercial or operational roles, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience contributing within matrixed and/or multinational organizations, collaborating across functions, regions, and cultures. Working experience in procurement or commercial disciplines such as category management, supplier management, contract negotiation, or cost/value analysis. Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives or workstreams, influence stakeholders, and support change initiatives without requiring direct line authority. Solid communication, analytical, and problem?solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and operate with moderate supervision.Professional Expertise: In-depth industry knowledge and market insights within the BOPET Film sectors.#LI-hybridOur ExpectationsOur people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and productsEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor 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. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.E-VerifyWe verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.BenefitsMedical, dental and vision plansFlexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employeesCompany-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by locationWellbeing program & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings Account/Flexible Spending AccountLife insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefitsPaid Parental LeaveRetirement Savings Plan with company matchTuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)