Facility Buyer

Position Title: 

Facility Buyer

Pay Rate:

$61,600 - $82,100

Category/Shift:

Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location:

890 International Paper Lane

Valliant, Oklahoma 74764

Perform procurement functions at the Valliant, Oklahoma mill to secure goods and/or 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 Manager, Purchasing & Stores and will be located at the Valliant Mill.   Position level will vary depending upon experience and education of the successful candidate.

The Job You Will Perform:

• Provide prompt and professional purchasing services to internal customers by communicating effectively with the Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance. 
• Support a shared responsibility for capital projects through the procurement process and contract execution and adherence.
• Promptly handle requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and service.  Follow up with vendors regarding order status.
• Purchases services, which includes coordination of people and equipment, as well as managing quality of work.   Negotiate rates for labor and materials.
• 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, 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.
• Support Corporate and Regional 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 team members.
• Perform role of team lead and sometimes formal supervisory responsibilities.
• Mentor and assist team members with less experience in the performance of their responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to IP Corporate financial and purchasing policies and procedures.
• Provide safety leadership through modeling of safe behaviors.  Ensure employee adherence to all mill safety requirements and expectations.

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to wear all required personal safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protection, hard hats and safety shoes. 
• May be required to work extended hours and must be available for weekend call.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• 3+ years purchasing/storeroom experience including bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements preferred
• Manufacturing/Industrial experience preferred
• Pulp and Paper Mill experience preferred
• Working knowledge of MS Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel is required
• SAP Business Software knowledge preferred
• Effective Written & Verbal Communication Skills
• Proficient in Computer Use

Education:   BA or BS degree is preferred; or five or more years’ experience in purchasing or related field.

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 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.