Raw Materials PlannerAnalyst

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At Graphic Packaging International we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. Were one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the worlds most recognized brands of food beverage foodservice household personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta Georgia we are collaborative diverse innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industrys best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of wed love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

JOB SUMMARY:

Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including; Direct Operations (e.g. Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing manage paperboard procurement activities corrugated etc.) and Indirect Operations (e.g. Office Supplies Computers Travel Maintenance Machine Parts etc.). Procurement processes include Product/Service Sourcing Supplier Selection Pricing/Terms Negotiation Order Processing Contract Administration and Supplier Performance Management. One of the main goals is to minimize paperboard working capital by coordinating material procurement to support ajust-in-time production schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Material Planning & Procurement

• Utilize MRP to identify paperboard needs generate purchase requisitions and issue Purchase Orders for paperboard and related materials.
• Track all purchase orders through completion to ensure on-time delivery escalating risks or shortages to the Corporate Material Supply Team as needed.
• Maintain daily communication with suppliers to monitor delivery status adjust to schedule changes and confirm shipment details prior to scheduled production.
• Coordinate paperboard transportation and delivery logistics with internal and external partners.
• Partner with Production Scheduling and other internal teams to procure materials in alignment with production needs and equipment optimization.

Inventory Management

• Ensure accuracy of raw material inventories through routine monitoring transactional discipline and reconciliation activities.
• Work with the plant IPR and Receiving teams to verify receipt accuracy and promptly resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Identify obsolete materials aged material risk and excess/overage situations coordinate removal repurposing or corrective action with the Material Supply Team and plant leadership.
• Maintain favorable inventory levels to support Working Capital goals.
• Proactively identify opportunities to utilize unallocated paperboard within the plant and across other Graphic Packaging facilities and warehouses.

Operational Support Collaboration & Leadership

• Allocate board to production orders and provide administrative support to ensure smooth production floor operations.
• Coordinate with the Continuous Improvement team to address material quality concerns implement corrective actions and support supplier performance improvements.
• Liaise with internal customer service representatives to communicate material timing and availability.
• Manage plant requisitioning for supplies and services beyond core paperboard needs while identifying and supporting costsaving opportunities related to materials and supply usage.
• Participate in new and transfer business meetings to ensure material readiness and alignment with production requirements.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams suppliers and crossfunctional partners to support operational excellence.
• Work independently under general supervision exercising judgment in analyzing material planning situations and recommending solutions aligned with policies and business practices.
• Mentor coach or train less experienced team members as needed.
• Any other task as needed.

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities for all employees:

• Follow all Plant rules Processes Hygiene and Allergens procedures related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints SQF audits validation and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree or related work experience required in lieu of degree.
• Must possess strong analytical skills.
• Must be able to multitask and possess strong time management skills.
• Must be Proficient in Microsoft Office Products with an emphasis on Excel.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess excellent customer-service skills.
• The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Business acumen
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solver

Pay Range: $69500.00-$92700.00

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process. We are committed to an inclusive barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status. Should you require an accommodation for a disability please contact your Human Resources representative or email .