Freight Procurement Analyst

Short Summary

Freight Procurement Analyst with Avery Dennison. About Avery Dennison & Project Nova 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…

Key Details

• Position / opportunity: Freight Procurement Analyst
• Organization: Avery Dennison
• Country / coverage: United States
• Location: Mentor, OH, United States
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Opportunity type: Tenders / Consultancies
• Sector: Education
• Compensation: Not specified
• Duration: Not specified
• Start date: 2026-07-28
• Application deadline: Not specified

Description

About Avery Dennison & Project Nova 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. To accelerate this vision, we are driving a five-year transformation journey through Project Nova. Currently in Year 3, our focus centers on uplifting our Performance, Processes, Programs, and People. We are seeking a dynamic Freight Procurement Analyst to join our North American (NA) Freight Team to support key categories and transformation projects. Reports To: NA Freight Category Leader Location: Mentor, Ohio (Hybrid) Role Objective The Freight Procurement Analyst will support the NA Freight Team by managing carrier relationships, optimizing data analytics, and executing strategic sourcing initiatives. This role acts as a bridge between corporate strategy and logistics execution, leveraging modern data tools and emerging technologies to drive cost efficiencies and operational excellence. Primary Responsibilities & Essential Functions 1. 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. 2. 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. 3. 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. What You Will Need to Bring to the Team 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…

Responsibilities

• About Avery Dennison & Project Nova 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.
• To accelerate this vision, we are driving a five-year transformation journey through Project Nova.
• Currently in Year 3, our focus centers on uplifting our Performance, Processes, Programs, and People.
• We are seeking a dynamic Freight Procurement Analyst to join our North American (NA) Freight Team to support key categories and transformation projects.

Requirements / Eligibility

• nthly 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.

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