Facility Buyer

Position Title: 

Facility Buyer

Pay Rate:
$65,100-86,800
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short –term incentive plan.

Category/Shift: Salaried/Full Time

Physical Location:

100 Jensen Rd,

Prattville, AL 36067

The Job You Will Perform:

Perform procurement and storeroom support functions at the Prattville Mill, Prattville, AL to secure goods and services for the facility in accordance with purchasing policy and delegated authority so as to maximize total value received and produce results that contribute to the meeting of the facility’s business objectives.  The position reports to the Mill Purchasing and Stores Manager and will be located at the Prattville Mill.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide safety leadership through modeling of safe behaviors and to ensure 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
• Support a shared responsibility for capital projects through the procurement process and contract execution and adherence
• Demonstrate knowledge of purchasing and storeroom SAP functions including po creation, expediting, problem solving, facilitate and manage 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
• Implementation of 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 thru methods such as negotiation
• Support Corporate MRO agreements consistent with Global Sourcing direction
• Track and report supplier performance and escalate supplier issues as appropriate
• Assist with reconciliation of invoices
• Pursue opportunities to consolidate purchases and competitively source materials under local, regional, and national contracts
• Provide backup and vacation relief to the Purchasing Manager and other team members
• Ensure adherence to IP Corporate financial and purchasing policies and procedures
• Update contractor qualifications in EBIX and ISNetWorld and assure compliance prior to issuance of a purchase order

Working Conditions

• Must be able to wear all required personal safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protection, and fall protection in elevated positions
• Will be required to work extended hours as needed
• Must be available to provide after hours, weekend, and holiday call, will be based on rotating schedule.

Key Competencies Required:

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

The Skills You Will Bring:

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

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes 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. 

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities