Strategic Indirect Procurement Manager – NA

Avery Dennison; Mentor (OH); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive Healthcare Support

Retirement Savings

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Avery Dennison is seeking a Category Manager, NA - Indirect Procurement, to lead sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives for indirect categories in North America. The role emphasizes negotiation, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Based in Mentor, Ohio with onsite/hybrid work, you will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, coordinate multi-site activities, and deliver value through cost savings and improved supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Indirect Procurement.
• Strong negotiation, strategic thinking, commercial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and Google Workspace/Ariba.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for NA Indirect categories.
• Lead RFP/RFI development, supplier selection, and contract negotiations.
• Identify cost savings and improve total cost of ownership.
• Coordinate regional procurement activities across multiple sites in North America.
• Analyze markets and suppliers to drive quality, delivery, and productivity.

Skills

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Supply Chain/Operations/Engineering

Tools

Google Workspace

Ariba

Job description

Avery Dennison is seeking a Category Manager, NA - Indirect Procurement, to lead sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives for indirect categories in North America. The role emphasizes negotiation, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Based in Mentor, Ohio with onsite/hybrid work, you will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, coordinate multi-site activities, and deliver value through cost savings and improved supplier performance.