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Purchasing Manager
ND PaperJob Location : Wisconsin Rapids,WI, USA
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About UsND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales. We are an environmentally friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually.
Job Title: Regional Purchasing ManagerAbout UsND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard producer in China and Asia, with $10 billion annual sales. We are an environmentally friendly company that manufactures various types of high-quality pulp, paper and paper-based packaging materials. Our mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron Wisconsin are integrated paper & pulp facilities, and our mill in Fairmont, West Virginia is one of only three in the world that produces air-dried, recycled pulp. Our fourth mill in Old Town, ME produces softwood kraft pulp. We are proud of our 1400 dedicated employees, who together produce more than 1.2 million short tons of pulp & paper annually.Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
- Manage mill purchasing activities for raw materials, equipment and repair parts, industrial supplies, outside services, and miscellaneous commodities. This position is expected to provide input on strategic direction to the overall mill procurement process and represent individual mill interests in multi-mill purchasing activities
- Lead mill purchasing activities and be the key mill contact for raw materials and specialty chemicals.
- Develop knowledge of commodities used by the mill, as well as supply sources for the various commodities.
- Develop expertise in SAP to become a mill SAP super-user with broad knowledge in troubleshooting, data mining, and teaching.
- Partner with corporate sourcing and category managers on procurement initiatives. Work with corporate team on specifications and mill requirements to optimize the value derived from the materials and services purchased through the corporate sourcing process
- Communicate and ensure compliance with purchasing policies and Sarbanes Oxley.
- Ensures internal audit measures and reporting are compliant.
- Support buyers with identifying and directing orders to supply sources that best meet the needs of the mill.
- Research vendor capabilities, including interviewing supplier representatives, investigating financial and past performance information, visiting supplier facilities, and checking references.
- Develop requests for proposals, analyze bids, and conduct decision analysis. Evaluate and select vendors. Negotiate pricing, terms of payment, warranties, delivery requirements, other related purchase details, and lead in purchase agreement development.
- Lead communication of and compliance to ND Paper procurement processes and policies.
- Prepares, reviews and collaborate with ND Paper legal department on vendor contracts.
- Participate in formal initiatives and informal team activities to support Biron Mill objectives and providing leadership and coaching in support of mill vision.
- Update professional knowledge by consistently participating in educational opportunities.
- Be available outside of core business hours (remotely) to field urgent purchasing concerns.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand.
- Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond.
- Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture.
- Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve.
- Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper's continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly.
- Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship.
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- Minimum of three years of progressively responsible purchasing experience.
- Familiarity with manufacturing operations.
- Must have obtained or be willing to obtain Certified Purchasing Manager designation through N.A.P.M. or other supply management association.
- Formal purchasing training, OR Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Proven problem solving and decision-making skills, analytical and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
- Ability to work well with others in a fast paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
- Safety focused and willing to work in an industrial environment
- Strong leadership capabilities
- Good time management and prioritization skills
- Ability to interact and collaborate with all levels of the organization
- Strong initiative and perseverance
- 2 - 5 years supervisory experience
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite, emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint, SAP
- Strong ambition for continuous learning, willingness to take on additional responsibilities, and desire to promote in the future.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family.
- Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.
- Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance.
- A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution.
- Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location.
- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionPurchasing and Supply Chain
- IndustriesPaper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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