Optimization Manager

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title:

Optimization Manager

Pay Rate:

$125,900 – 167,800

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

6400 Poplar Ave.

Memphis, TN

The Job You Will Perform:

• Gain an in-depth understanding of Latin America business strategy and related action plans to drive profitable growth, low cost position, and superior customer experience.
• Participate in the development, execution, and tracking of optimization initiatives and 80/20 action plans.
• Lead optimization projects, including timeline management, stakeholder coordination, and resource allocation
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs)  including sales, production, and profitability metrics in support of monthly business review process.
• Support business in development of capital projects and tracking performance of investments. 
• Ability to align reporting with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Strong understanding of the corrugated manufacturing process (e.g., raw materials, conversion processes, and finished products)
• Experience with equipment maintenance planning and operational efficiency metrics (e.g., OEE, uptime)
• Strong data analysis capabilities to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities
• Strong analytical skills to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within data
• Ability to provide actionable recommendations based on data insights
• Proficiency in tools like Power BI, Tableau, or ERP/MES systems
• Ability to design, automate, and maintain insightful dashboards and reports for business performance tracking
• Strong focus on user-friendly reporting for diverse stakeholders
• Experience in change management
• Strong communication skills to collaborate across teams (finance, sales, production, supply chain, etc.)
• Strong ability to present complex data in a clear and compelling manner
• Communicate fluently in both English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• BS/BA in Related Field or Equivalent Experience
• Functional/technical skills
• Action oriented
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Command skills
• Directing others
• Motivating others
• Interpersonal savvy
• Organizing
• Drive for results
• Problem solving
• Process management
• Strategic agility
• Business Acumen

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package competitive in the market according to the level of the position.

The Career You Will Build:

Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company

The Impact You Will Make:

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 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were $21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper 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.
Memphis  TN  38197