Buyer Assistant

Duluth, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Buyer Assistant

Duluth MN

Sofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of hygiene tissue paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates 14 manufacturing plants across eleven states including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 15 countries and over 4500 employees worldwide Sofidel Group is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use.

This role is a key player in our onsite leadership at the Duluth Mill. The Duluth location is undergoing a major capital investment and expansion of operations making it an exciting time to join our team. Currently we are building out a 550000 square foot Converting Center at our Duluth MN site. Today we have a strong Paper Machine Operations with a state-of-the-art Tissue Machine. As we build out our site we will move from a Paper Mill to a fully integrated Paper and Converting Operation that leverages state of the art technology and a GPS laser guided warehousing system. This role would support both our Paper Machine Operations as well as our up and coming Converting and Warehousing Operations. Build your career with us as we grow this role will grow in responsibility and develop. With on-the-job training consistency and a willingness to learn and support the team a long-term career in the Twin Ports is attainable with a world-wide recognized stable employer. Our workforce is engaged dependable and values team-based culture. Apply today if you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and develop within the organization and learn an industry that has a consistent growth trajectory. An ideal team member is highly organized and interested in a team-based work setting with a curious mind.

As a Buyer Assistant you will be responsible for managing the purchasing process for the categories of goods with the aim of increasing the generation of value for the business and to create new business-financial opportunities in accordance with the established company strategies guidelines and procedures. We are looking for an individual who can navigate our Enterprise Resource Planning software system (SAP) that supports our purchasing needs. If you have related experience find out more about the role by applying today and we will connect with you as soon as possible. This is a priority position for our sites recruiting goals and we are looking for trainable team member that can hit the ground running.

The hourly rate for this role is $26.44 an hour with a bonus opportunity.

Essential Job Functions:

Negotiate purchasing terms with suppliers and in compliance with the set objectives in order to meet the expectations of the internal stakeholders.
Manage the categories of goods in accordance with the technical requirements concerned and in the interest of business optimization.
Promote the development of economies of scale and the improvement and optimization of relationships making uniform and centralizing control of the Suppliers Management/purchasing process.
Participate in the supplier selection process.
Monitor the suitability of the requirements of suppliers in relation to the needs of the group.
Implement the best practices for managing the purchasing process.
Interface with the organizational positions of the Sofidel America Purchasing Department and the other corporate departments in the execution of their operations

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management or equivalent business experience.
3 years Purchasing and Customer Service experience in a manufacturing industry
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong organization skills with ability to multi-task and work independently.
Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
Customer service internal and external

Experience with SAP preferred.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to learn and perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:		Lift/Carry Requirements:
Stand	C (Constantly)	10 lbs. or less	O (Occasionally)
Walk	C (Constantly)	11-20 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Sit	F (Frequently)	21-50 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Handling /Fingering	C (Constantly)	51- 100 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward	C (Constantly)	Over 100 lbs.	N (Not Applicable)
Speak	F (Frequently)
Hear Clearly	F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder	O (Occasionally)
Climb	O (Occasionally)
Crawl	O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel	O (Occasionally)
Bend	O (Occasionally)
Key
N (Not Applicable)	Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)	Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)	Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)	Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near Distance Color Peripheral Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (within normal range) and touch

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes eye and ear protection reflective vests and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.

EEO Statement:

Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to all federal state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants employment decision at the company will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all terms conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all Sofidel America facilities.

ADA Statement for Accommodation:

Sofidel America complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Buyer AssistantDuluth MNSofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of hygiene tissue paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates 14 manufacturing plants across eleven states including ...

Buyer Assistant

Duluth MN

The hourly rate for this role is $26.44 an hour with a bonus opportunity.

Essential Job Functions:

Negotiate purchasing terms with suppliers and in compliance with the set objectives in order to meet the expectations of the internal stakeholders.
Manage the categories of goods in accordance with the technical requirements concerned and in the interest of business optimization.
Promote the development of economies of scale and the improvement and optimization of relationships making uniform and centralizing control of the Suppliers Management/purchasing process.
Participate in the supplier selection process.
Monitor the suitability of the requirements of suppliers in relation to the needs of the group.
Implement the best practices for managing the purchasing process.
Interface with the organizational positions of the Sofidel America Purchasing Department and the other corporate departments in the execution of their operations

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree in Purchasing or Supply Chain Management or equivalent business experience.
3 years Purchasing and Customer Service experience in a manufacturing industry
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Strong organization skills with ability to multi-task and work independently.
Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
Customer service internal and external

Experience with SAP preferred.

Physical Demands:		Lift/Carry Requirements:
Stand	C (Constantly)	10 lbs. or less	O (Occasionally)
Walk	C (Constantly)	11-20 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Sit	F (Frequently)	21-50 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Handling /Fingering	C (Constantly)	51- 100 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward	C (Constantly)	Over 100 lbs.	N (Not Applicable)
Speak	F (Frequently)
Hear Clearly	F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder	O (Occasionally)
Climb	O (Occasionally)
Crawl	O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel	O (Occasionally)
Bend	O (Occasionally)
Key
N (Not Applicable)	Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)	Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)	Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)	Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)