Facility Buyer

About the role

The Facility Buyer position at the Prattville Mill in Prattville, AL is responsible for securing goods and services for the facility in accordance with purchasing policy and delegated authority. This role reports to the Mill Purchasing Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership through modeling of safe behaviors and ensuring employee adherence to all mill safety requirements and expectations
• Provide prompt and professional purchasing services to internal customers by communicating effectively with the Operations, Engineering, Finance and Maintenance
• Demonstrate knowledge of purchasing and storeroom SAP functions including PO creation, expediting, problem solving, facilitating and managing vendor updates
• Promptly handle requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and service and follow up with vendors regarding order status
• Deliver value to the mill through effective procurement activities at the local level as well as ensuring implementation and adherence of Global Sourcing agreements
• Prepare and publish specifications for bids, prepare and evaluate bid responses, verify history of supplier service and ability to meet contract specifications, and negotiate contracts
• Develop an effective supplier base by cultivating supplier relationships through reviews of operations and mutually beneficial programs
• Implement Global Sourcing Agreements and strategies for purchasing and materials management processes at the unit level
• Obtain maximum value for IP regarding cost, quality, delivery and service levels through methods such as negotiation
• Pursue opportunities to consolidate purchases and competitively source materials under local, regional, and national contracts
• Provide backup and vacation relief to other team members
• Ensure adherence to IP Corporate financial and purchasing policies and procedures
• Support raw materials inventory management and ordering
• Work with vendors, corporate teams, mill stakeholders, Accounts Payable, and other teams as needed to resolve invoice issues presented through email, PINS, blocked invoice report, GRIR report, ARIBA notifications, and others processes

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with inventory management, bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements
• Pulp and Paper Mill experience preferred
• Industrial/manufacturing experience required

Qualifications

• Effective Written & Verbal Communication Skills
• Proficient in Computer Use
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Power Point, Access and Outlook
• SAP Business Software Knowledge (preferred)

Skills

• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Drives Results
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively

Benefits

• Health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
• Leadership training, promotional opportunities

Career

We offer leadership training, promotional opportunities, and a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans, education & development, and more.

The Impact

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture

We promote employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day.

The Company

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.