Facility Buyer

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: 

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.

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

601 County Rd 78

Selma, Al

The Job You Will Perform:

• Perform procurement and storeroom support functions at the Riverdale Mill in Selma, AL to secure goods and services for the facility in accordance with purchasing policy and delegated authority 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 Manager and will be located at the Riverdale Mill.
• 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, 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
• 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
• Support Corporate 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 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, and Accounts Payable to resolve invoice issues presented through email, PINS, blocked invoice report, GRIR report
• 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.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing, including bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements
• Pulp and Paper Mill experience is preferred. 
• 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 and 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. 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. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and 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.
Selma  AL  36701-8311