Avery Dennison
Manufacturing
DirectBuyer
“Direct Buyer at Avery Dennison. Skills: Purchasing, Supply chain. Expedite orders by suppliers. Supervise order preparation”
What You'll Achieve.
Optimize service; Reduce waste; Increase inventory turns; Improve inventory accuracy
Industry & Context.
Standard procedures analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Purchasing techniques knowledge, Logistical supply chain knowledge
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree desired, 0-3 years prior experience
What You'll Do.
Expedite orders by suppliers
Supervise order preparation
Follow-up to expedite delivery
Check and approve invoices
Reduce network inventories
Increase inventory turns
Develop and maintain records
Maintain necessary files
Conduct assessments of customer needs
Support execution of materials direction
Support execution of operation direction
Assess systems for improvement
Provide guidance to maintain communications
Review resource availability
Ensure materials availability for production
Assess inventory accuracy
Work to improve inventory accuracy
Improve communication with supply chain partners
Improve materials flow with supply chain partners
Execute procurement sourcing strategies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communications between purchasing; Communications between engineering; Communications between manufacturing
Communication Scope
Oral communication; Written communication
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