Purchasing and Logistics Manager

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Bennettsville, (South Carolina, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Purchasing and Logistics Manager. This job is full-time permanent.

The Manager of Purchasing and Logistics will be responsible for the managing the materials department, shipping department and supply chain of the Marlboro Mill.  This position will report directly to the mill’s general manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages departmental functions and employees:
  • Materials Department - Purchasing, Stores, Receiving, Service Crew / Material Handling, Inbound Logistics, Inventory.
  • Shipping Department - Shipping, Warehousing & Finished Goods Inventory, Production Planning, Roll Wrap Line, Pulp Line
• Purchases high-dollar value commodities for Marlboro Mill
• Sells Mill by-products and co-products, such as tall oil, turpentine, electricity and broke
• Purchases major high-dollar commodities such as raw materials / chemicals, pulp, and energy.
• Senior Leadership / Management function for the Mill

Required Qualifications/Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree – Supply Chain Management, Business, or Technical with business experience; or relevant experience
• 10 years related experience in a Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Materials Management position within a manufacturing environment
• Advanced level of knowledge on the administration, negotiation, and language of contracts / purchasing agreements
• Strong negotiation skills. Knowledge or experience with shipping, warehousing, inventory control.
• Ability to manage both salaried and hourly workforce
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and listening) and strong interpersonal skils

Preferred Qualifications

• CPM, CPIM, CPSM Certification
• MBA if bachelor’s degree is a non-business related degree
• Solid working knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Critical Competencies for Success

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the organization as well as external to Domtar
• High degree of collaboration
• Ability to prioritize time and multi-task
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of work tasks performed
• Lead and coach salaried department members
• Teamwork with Senior Leadership / Management Team within Mill
• Strong Business Skills
• Technically understand materials – from raw materials to finished pulp and paper
• Understand purchased commodities from Maintenance parts to capital equipment to chemicals 

You will be required to successfully complete a selection process that could include interviews, an employment background check, a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions), and a fitness-for-duty test (for some positions). 

 
Domtar is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.  We are also committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disability Act of 1990.

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email.  If you are selected to interview, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources team.  

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