Purchasing Manager

Responsible for providing safety leadership through modelling of safe behaviours and ensuring employee adherence to all mill safety requirements and expectations.

Execution of mill sourcing functions to meet the needs and requirements of mill operations and maintenance

Deliver value to the mill through effective local procurement activities and ensuring implementation and adherence of Global Sourcing agreements.

Lead and execute Global Sourcing strategies for purchasing and storeroom processes at the mill level.

Ensure that Purchasing and Storeroom activities are in compliance with Corporate and Global Sourcing policies and procedures and any corporate audit agreements.

Work with the Storeroom team and Maintenance to set objectives and manage the implementation of initiatives to optimize inventory levels to reduce mill working capital while maintaining service and mill reliability.

Track and report supplier performance and escalate supplier issues as appropriate.

Serve on regional cross-functional teams to improve procurement and supply management processes, inventories, and total cost of ownership.

Recommend new suppliers based on quality, service, and competitive pricing.

Facilitate risk management processes -- contractor insurance, safety documents, and pre-qualifications are in place and meet IP and mill requirements.

Measure and track process improvements as outlined by the Mill and Global Sourcing.

Responsible for providing safety leadership through modelling of safe behaviours and to ensure employee adherence to all mill safety requirements and expectations.

Develop, foster, and maintain team and mill relationships.

Management of Purchasing and Stores personnel including execution of the Performance and Development Roadmap.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS [note: bold skills and certification are required]

Microsoft Suite Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook SAP, Business Warehouse

Proven skills in bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements.

Significant expertise in procurement and commercial practices.

Working knowledge and understanding of accounting and internal controls

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Yes

Commission Compensation - No

Bonus Eligible - No

Overtime Eligible - No

Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

CANDIDATE DETAILS

5+ to 7 years of experience

Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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Remote Work :

No