Purchasing Manager, Shared Services

Amcor

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Corporate Purchasing Manager, you will lead a high-performing divisional procurement team of 5–12 professionals, managing $1–$2 billion in annual spend across 30–50 manufacturing sites. This role requires a strategic thinker who can lead cross-functional teams, build strong supplier relationships, and drive cost-effective solutions while ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. This role is enterprise-critical, requiring frequent collaboration with divisional executives and leaders in Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Quality to align procurement strategies with corporate objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA or CPSM preferred).
7+ years of progressive procurement experience, including multi-site and high-spend responsibility.
Proven track record of delivering cost savings, improving supplier performance, and managing risk at scale.
Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, procurement analytics, and digital tools
Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills

Responsibilities

Executive-Level Procurement Leadership
Own divisional sourcing execution for direct and indirect materials, aligning with Amcor’s global procurement framework.
Lead or collaborate on high-value contract negotiations, securing favorable terms on pricing, delivery, and quality.
Represent procurement in divisional leadership forums, influencing decisions that impact corporate financial performance.
Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior leaders and suppliers, ensuring alignment and timely resolution of escalations.
Drive supplier rationalization and compliance enforcement across all sites.
Support the delivery of savings targets and other KPIs aligned with business goals, providing regular updates and insights to stakeholders.
Financial Accountability & Cost Management
Oversee annual standard cost adjustments of raw materials for the division.
Monitor and report on purchase price variances (PPV) and lead corrective actions to protect margins.
Ensure team meets cost savings targets through strategic sourcing, supplier innovation, and process optimization.
Inventory Optimization & Risk Mitigation
Leverage advanced analytics and supply chain technologies to enhance raw material forecast accuracy, optimize inventory levels, and implement effective Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs.
Drive initiatives to reduce working capital, eliminate obsolete inventory, and improve inventory turns.
Support the development of contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions and help ensure continuity.
Supplier Performance & Governance
Conduct business reviews with strategic suppliers, driving continuous improvement and risk management.
Enforce compliance with Amcor’s global procurement standards, ISO requirements, and ethical sourcing practices.
Respond to ISO audit inquiries and ensure documentation readiness.
Monitor and report on vendor complaints, ensuring comprehensive corrective actions for quality, delivery, and compliance issues.
Cross-Functional & Strategic Collaboration
Partner with R&D, Operations, Finance, and Quality to support new product development, packaging transitions, and sustainability initiatives.
Serve as a procurement subject matter expert for ERP integrations, acquisitions, and digital transformation projects.
Leadership & Organizational Development
Train, coach, and develop a team of 5–12 procurement professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Set clear performance objectives and monitor KPIs for team members to ensure alignment with divisional and corporate goals.
Manage workload distribution across multiple sites and categories, balancing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Conduct regular one-on-one and team meetings to provide feedback, resolve challenges, and maintain engagement.
Mentor high-potential employees for succession planning and career development within the organization.
Ensure compliance and consistency in procurement processes across all team members and sites.
Address performance issues promptly and professionally, maintaining high standards of execution and accountability.

Benefits

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 9 days per year and may be slightly higher by location
Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary accident disability benefits are available
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)