Facility Buyer

Position Title: 

Facility Buyer

Pay Rate:

PL8
$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:

Savannah Mill

1201 West Lathrop Avenue

Savannah, GA 31415

The Job You Will Perform:
Perform procurement and supply chain functions at the Savannah Mill to secure goods and/or services, manage inventories and reporting requirements 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 Manager of Purchasing & Stores and will be located at the Savannah Mill. Position level will vary depending upon experience and education of the successful candidate.

• Provide prompt and professional purchasing services to internal customers by communicating effectively with the Operating, Engineering, and Maintenance areas
• Promptly handle requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and services
• Ensure purchased goods and services are of acceptable quality and meet established specifications and requirements
• Purchase services greater than $100k per project. 
• Prepare and publish specifications for bids, 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
• Help to support the management of mobile equipment purchases/leases
• Recommend new suppliers based on quality, service, and competitive pricing
• 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
• Support Corporate and Regional MRO agreements consistent with Global Sourcing direction
• Track and report supplier performance and escalate supplier issues as appropriate
• Pursue opportunities to consolidate purchases and competitively source materials under local, regional, and national contracts
• Ensure adherence to IP Corporate financial and purchasing policies and procedures
• Assist with the optimization of storeroom inventory
• Address/resolve day-to-day issues, associated with storeroom inventory
• Maintain SAP database relative to storeroom materials
• Handle the daily replenishment process for storeroom materials
• Administer management-of-change process for the addition/change/deletion of storeroom materials
• Actively participate in mill safety programs
• Work with vendors, corporate teams, mill stakeholders and Accounts Payables to resolve contractor/supplier invoice issues
• Manages more complex and technical products and services.
• Assist mill team members as necessary to improve reliability and maintain quality.   Mentors and assists team members with less experience in the performance of their responsibilities
• 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 at times
• Will be assigned weekend duty on a 3-5 week rotation
• Reports to Stores Supervisor or Purchasing /Stores Manager
   

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Minimum 3 years purchasing/storeroom experience including bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements is preferred
• 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 
• Education:  BA or BS degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance or Business Administration 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
   

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. 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.