Freight Procurement Analyst

About the role

The Global Procurement function at Avery Dennison is evolving into a Value Creator function. Our vision is to generate holistic value for the enterprise through a unified "ONE Avery Dennison" procurement mindset. We aim to secure a distinct competitive advantage through exceptional procurement practices, innovative thinking, risk mitigation, and a steadfast commitment to sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management (50%):

  • Carrier Oversight: Manage the North American Freight Supplier portfolio, including Truckload (TL), Less-than-Truckload (LTL), Intermodal, Parcel, Ocean, and Air.
  • Account Ownership: Take direct ownership of Corporate Parcel accounts and Intermodal carrier relationships.
  • Evaluation & Expansion: Evaluate new and existing suppliers for all International Freight services to ensure high performance and alignment with company standards.
  • Strategic Partnerships: Foster collaborative, innovative relationships with strategic suppliers to achieve a long-term competitive advantage.
  • Data & Analytics: Update, maintain, and manage Tableau dashboard metrics for all freight categories to track performance and compliance.

• Strategy Development & Cost Management (30%):

  • Strategic Sourcing: Establish and integrate long-term International Freight procurement strategies.
  • RFP & Contract Management: Manage RFP data, contract lifecycles, and pricing strategies, enabling the broader supply chain team to focus on freight efficiency and optimization.
  • Executive Reporting: Maintain and deliver monthly financial and operational reporting files for leadership visibility.
  • Ethical Procurement: Adhere to and promote purchasing practices that ensure honest, fair, and ethical relationships with suppliers.
  • Spend Optimization: Follow the NA Freight Procurement Plan to aggregate spend, rationalize the carrier base, and ensure a standardized, "One Avery" approach across regions.

• Communication & Collaboration (20%):

  • Cross-Functional Alignment: Coordinate with internal business units to ensure local operations align with long-term corporate sourcing strategies.
  • Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cost-control initiatives, process improvements, and responsiveness to customer demand.
  • Inbound Optimization: Support Category Managers in identifying and capturing inbound freight opportunities.
  • Global Consistency: Partner with global stakeholders to maintain consistent KPIs, drive down Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and deliver premier customer service.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: 4+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or strategic procurement/sourcing.

• Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies:

  • Technical & Analytical Savvy: Well-versed in today’s leading software, including advanced Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Tableau.
  • AI & Automation Mindset: Familiarity or competence with AI tools to accelerate data analysis, streamline logic, and integrate industry trends into financial forecasts.
  • Change Agent: A forward-thinking mindset with the ability to champion and leverage emerging technologies.
  • Communication: Strong problem-solving capabilities paired with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Work Ethic: Highly self-directed, collaborative, and a dedicated team player who strictly adheres to the corporate Procurement Handbook.