Procurement Business Analyst - Ann Arbor, United States - Amcor plc

Description

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025.

Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space.

Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products.

Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales.

We have a proud history dating back to the 1860's and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company.

Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference.

Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions.

To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit Job DescriptionPosition Overview:
Assists the Category Manager and Procurement Director on various procurement activities.

Conduct complex analytics including cost modelling, industry/market analysis, financial statement reviews, and evaluations of multiple quotations for purchase of goods/services within the assigned area of responsibility.

Help in the identification of opportunities to continuously reduce the total cost of ownership and secure supply for assigned commodity/category.

In conjunction with the category/commodity team and other cross functional partners assist in driving best performance for a set of commodities/categories in line with Amcor's strategic objectives and assuring compliance with customer related and regulatory requirements regarding the Amcor supply base.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Gather and analyse key business metrics using data collection techniques (e.g., downloading of transactional data to spreadsheet format) in order to report results to Senior Management to be used in business plan and strategy development; Update savings and cost avoidance reports.

Extract, analyse and report mainframe / system data in order to improve supply chain efficiencies using Company sponsored softwareSynthesize data, generate actionable insights, and identify opportunities through operational and financial analysis in order to improve operational and financial performance Analyse business data utilizing various tools including advanced excel techniques and applicable coding methods in order to generate actionable insights.

Maintain and update key reports for use in general communications and internal/external stakeholder inquiries in order to facilitate accurate volume - related transactions & reporting Lead and assist in the development of cost models, data collection and measurements to provide guidance regarding product performance, services, and "should cost" modelling The position will ensure management team receive summaries of key data collected and insights gained from analysis completed.

Play a key role in the development of long-term strategies and in negotiations (annual and multi-year agreements).The position will be responsible for collecting and verifying the accuracy of data used in the development and implementation of complex models and decision frameworks.

In completing this work, the position will develop techniques to improve the collection and verification of the data which we then expected to document and share the processes as best practices.

Support the business reviewing and approving purchasing requisitions, insuring processes and best practices are followed and creating / managing metrics to document process performance.

Technical Skills:

Customer Focus:
Making customers (external and internal) and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships; creating and executing plans and solutions in collaboration with the customer

Data Extraction:
Ability to extract and query data from multiple systems (e.g., SAP, GSTT, GSDB, etc.)

Data Validation / Clean Up:
Knowledge of and ability to understand and resolve data inconsistencies or variances and employ effective methods to correct

Data Analytics:
Utilize a variety of techniques including advanced excel modelling, applicable coding methods (i.e. python), and dataset manipulation to derive critical insights and support decision making.


Information Systems:
Knowledge and use of existing Technical Information Systems (e.g.

SAP, GSDB) to generate necessary data; Ability to access, analyse and use information in a manner that adds value to the organization; Ability to propose system enhancements based upon business needsMonitoring, Measurement and Metrics:
Knowledge of key business drivers or measures used to gauge the effectiveness and performance of an internal group or a supplier; Ability to determine appropriate measures or metrics; Ability to measure against those standards; Ability to communicate performance standards and metrics

Record Retention:
Knowledge of the policies and procedures for storing and retaining financial, non-financial and company documents

Requirements Planning:
Knowledge of how to plan materials and service requirements in order to support ongoing business

Software Applications:
Knowledge and use of technical software applications. coding languages, and data visualization (i.e. Power BI) appropriate to the specific work activitiesStrong computer skills, including knowledge of SAP systems; Advanced Excel skills, strong skills in PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
Develop a working knowledge of commodities being purchased to create should cost models.


Strategy:
Assist in the optimization on total cost of ownership by leveraging fact-based elements, i.e. supplier price breakdown, including processing cost obtained either through internal calculations, external benchmarking, market driven pricing, etc. to support the assigned commodity/category strategy execution to meet ProcurePlus business objectives.

Assist in the definition, collaboration and execution of the negotiation strategy, negotiation schedule and supplier selection criteria to support the assigned commodity/category strategy execution to meet ProcurePlus business objectives.

Assist in strategy review and adjustment in line with Amcor's strategies and ProcurePlus business objectives.
Assist in identification of supply risks to supply/cost and develop plans to mitigate risks.


Supplier selection & approval:
Assisting the identification, evaluation and the approval process of new suppliers that meet Amcor performance standards and compliance requirements.
Assist in leveraging current supply base or identify new suppliers to support new product launches / initiatives.
Assist in development Global/Regional Contracts and/or Make vs Buy Refresh cycle or outsourcing opportunities.


Pricing & Cost:

Understand the market(s) well enough to know who the leaders in pricing, technology and service are and drive to the lowest possible total cost of ownership (TCO).Work with Functional, Engineering, Operations, Commodity/category Managers, Sourcing functions, Logistics and the supply base to develop target cost and low-cost alternatives.

Understand all the components of related costs to know where opportunities exist that need to be addressed. Regularly organize and conduct pricing benchmarks, competitive analysis.
Utilize, develop a broad skill set of RFQ, Benchmarking and negotiation methodologies. Continuously improve staff technical, commercial and negotiation capabilities to ensure versatility in supplier meetings.
Drive commodity / category-level improvement programs on cost, quality excellence, and supply chain at suppliers. Develop and maintain a portfolio of cost saving projects that meet Amcor targets for spend cost reduction.
Charter supplier negotiation and lead/participate the negotiation with appointed teams.

Negotiate agreements that address the global needs of Amcor including, but not limited to price, delivery, quality and other required services.

Lead negotiation with industry benchmarks / pricing targets / data (fact-based negotiations) and knowledge sharing. Responsible for provision of commercial sourcing expertise to all functional budget holders.
Drive standardization (processes, design, requirements, specifications)Conduct various buying analyses and spend evaluations on an on-going basis.
Full utilization of Sourcing and RFx and eProcurement tools, such as E-Auctions, Catalogues, etc.
Ensure maximum leverage through consolidation of entity, region, division and global demand.


Supply Base Development & Management:

Assist in the identification of non-preferred spend in order to help drive the efforts to move business away from suppliers that are not preferred.

Monitor key KPIs to assess and rate risk regularlyAssist in driving IT integration with key suppliers to automate transactions and communication.

Compliance:
Always ensure the Supply Base and Amcor procurement operates within the framework of regulatory and legal requirements.

These include but are not limited to compliance with Safety, Environmental, SOX, Tax, Customs and Ethical requirements and spend guidelines.

Gain understanding and acceptance of respective documents, such as the Amcor Code of Conduct, Amcor Terms and Conditions and cover any other requirementsActively support integration of procurement systems and tools, i.e.

P2P, to improve business performance. Identify and communicate all system and process gaps to ensure sustainability of ProcurePlus value creation and capability development.


Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree:
Business, Finance, Operations Research, Data / Decision Sciences, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or LogisticsMaster's degree: DesiredMinimum of 3-5 years of relevant analysis experienceCertification(s)

Preferred:
C.P.M.

, CPSM, CPSD, CPIM, CSCP, PMP Other education:
Six Sigma, Should Cost Modeling, Change Management,

Project Management Languages:
English (written and spoken fluently) requiredSpanish, Italian and Portuguese Preferred (depending on position)

Relationships:

Build strong rapport with suppliers to position ARP as a preferred and trusted business partner and ensure an uninterrupted supply of quality goods at optimum cost.

Work closely with buyers at Amcor plants to establish alignment with strategy and enable changes necessary to drive improvements.

Collaborate closely with relevant departments including engineering and plant operations to ensure understanding and compliance with key procurement strategies#LI-AB2#LI-hybridIND123Our ExpectationsWe expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win.

We are winning when:

Our 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.

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