Procurement Early Career Program (ECP) Associate

Avery Dennison • Mentor, OH

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About The Position

Avery Dennison’s North America Procurement Early Career Program (PECP) develops talent for procurement roles throughout the organization through experiential on-the-job learning, classroom and virtual training, and exposure to multiple areas of the business. The 24-month curriculum is rooted in the company’s core values and competencies and is designed to support associates’ development alongside business needs. Associates may gain exposure to direct procurement categories such as chemicals, paper, and films, as well as indirect procurement and freight. The program includes two rotations: an approximately 18-month first rotation and an approximately 12-month second rotation. Travel of 10–20% is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business (such as Supply Chain or Logistics) or Engineering (such as Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial).
• Expected graduation date of December 2026 or May 2027, with a June 2027 start.
• Previous internship or co-op experience, or relevant work experience in procurement and manufacturing.
• Ability to travel 10–20% of the time.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience through student organizations, such as Engineers Without Borders, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the American Society of Chemical Engineers, the Society of Women Engineers, the National Society of Black Engineers, or the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.
• Volunteerism or similar activities.

Responsibilities

• Own category analysis, strategic projects, supplier data gathering, system updates, and process improvements.
• Participate on cross-functional teams and provide support as a procurement liaison.
• Partner with managers to design and implement a standardized intake system and process for procurement requests.
• Collaborate with team members to centralize procurement data for strategic historical analysis.
• Engage in cross-functional projects and network across procurement departments to gain an understanding of the global supply chain.

Benefits

• LGBTQ+ Inclusive Healthcare, including a no-cost program to help members find experienced, respectful healthcare providers.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic contribution of 3% of eligible pay and a 50% match on the first 7% of eligible pay contributed.
• 10 vacation days in the first year, with vacation accrual increasing with tenure.
• 13 paid holidays each year, as determined by local management.
• 100% salary continuation during approved parental leave, including up to 8 weeks of Parental Bonding Leave and up to 8 weeks of Birth Procedure Recovery Leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level