Avon
manufacturing
ProcurementSpecialist
“Procurement Specialist at Avon. Skills: Sourcing, Supplier management, Cost savings. Lead sourcing activities for packaging materials. Drive cost efficiencies”
What You'll Achieve.
cost efficiencies; strengthen supplier partnerships; ensure high standards in quality; ensure high standards in sustainability; ensure high standards in innovation; deliver sourcing strategies; improve processes; reduce supply risks; ensure suppliers meet contractual requirements; ensure suppliers meet compliance requirements; maximizing value; supporting Avon’s overall business goals; deliver cost savings
Industry & Context.
analytical abilities
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 3 years of procurement or sourcing experience, Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field, negotiation skills, supplier management skills, project management skills, Proven ability to identify and deliver cost savings, Confidence working across diverse cultures and teams, Good analytical abilities, Good communication abilities, Good presentation abilities, Knowledge of sourcing processes, Knowledge of contracts, Knowledge of data management, Financial awareness, proactive mindset, adaptable mindset, Comfortable using digital tools and systems
Nice to Have
Familiarity with hard and soft packaging development
What You'll Do.
Lead sourcing activities for packaging materials
Drive cost efficiencies
Strengthen supplier partnerships
Ensure high standards in quality
Ensure high standards in sustainability
Ensure high standards in innovation
Help deliver sourcing strategies
Ensure suppliers meet requirements
Support business goals
Develop and execute sourcing strategies
Manage supplier relationships
Manage supplier performance
Manage continuous improvement initiatives
Identify cost-saving opportunities
Support sourcing operations
Improve supplier data
Partner with internal teams
Drive efficiency in packaging
Drive innovation in packaging
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with cross-functional teams; Partnering with internal teams; Confidence working across diverse cultures and teams
Communication Scope
communication abilities; presentation abilities
Process & Methodology
project management skills
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