Senior Buyer - Procurement

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 Plymouth, (North Carolina, United States), is seeking talent to fill the position of Senior Buyer - Procurement. This job is full-time permanent.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Purchasing, the successful candidate will provide timely and economical purchases of all assigned goods and services required by the Mill through negotiations, contracts and cost reduction with prospective suppliers. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Securing commodities such as chemicals and raw materials, maintenance and operational materials. 
• Ensuring the mill secures commodities at the most competitive price.
• Organize and process site business transactions (i.e. day to day buying).
• Coordinate mill procurement priorities/impacts, delivery and volumes as required by corporate and local contracts at the mill.
• Develop budgets and forecasts for commodities.
• Add value and contribute to profitability on a continual basis.
• Maintain, optimize and reduce inventory levels as necessary.
• This position will be responsible for supporting the objectives of the different departments at the Plymouth Mill to assist them in meeting their efficiency efforts and needs. 

Required Qualifications and Professional Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in a purchasing role in an industrial environment.
• Preference will be given to candidates with accreditation as a Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP/SCMP) or obtain a Masters of Business Administration.
• Knowledge and operational understanding of Pulp and Paper manufacturing processes, equipment and general business environment would be an asset.
• Knowledge of SAP procurement platform (p90; R14) preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of integrated supply chain and logistics concepts and theories.
• Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to corporate purchasing practices.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively, and obtain credibility using best practices, with all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Must be a well-organized and detail-oriented team player who takes initiative and works well under pressure. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft office.
• Candidate must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Product knowledge/pricing strategies would be a definite asset.
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficient in Request for Quotation (RFQ) and evaluation process. 

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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