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Facility Buyer

Eastover, SC 29044, USAReq #1777

Thursday, May 9, 2024

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Facility Buyer

Perform procurement functions at the facility at Eastover, SC for the purpose of securing goods, services, materials and/or equipment for the facility. Buyer responsibilities governed by the Sylvamo Financial Policy, Global Sourcing Policy, delegated authority andmillrules, to maximize total value nd produce results that contribute to meeting the facility's business objectives. The position reports to the Mill Purchasing/Stores Manager. Position level will vary depending upon experience and education of the successful candidate.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide prompt and professional purchasing services to internal customers by communicating effectively with the Operating, Engineering, Stores and Maintenance areas

• Support of capital projects through the procurement process, contract execution and implementation phases

• Promptly process requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and services. Volume of requisitions will fluctuate depending on the mill's seasonal activity

• Ensure purchased goods and services meet established specifications and requirements

• Prepare and publish specifications for bids, evaluate and document bid responses/results, verify history of supplier service and ability to meet contract specifications and negotiate contracts

• Develop an effective supplier base by cultivating supplier relationships through reviews of operations and mutually beneficial programs

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

• Implementation of Global Sourcing Agreements and strategies for purchasing and materials management processes at the unit level

• Obtain maximum value for Sylvamo regarding cost, quality, delivery and service levels

• Assure of customer satisfaction, value generation, and service delivery for the Eastover Mill

• Support Corporate and Regional MRO agreements consistent with Global Sourcing direction

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

• Pursue opportunities to consolidate purchases and competitively source materials under local, regional, and national contracts

• Participate with the Storeroom in support of MRO inventory best practices and objectives pertaining to safe work practices, inventory optimization and people engagement.

• Ensure adherence to Sylvamo Corporate financial and purchasing policies and procedures

• Work with Accounts Payable to resolve supplier invoice issues.

• Support mill safety initiatives

Key Challenges:

Must be able to wear all required personal safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protection, and fall protection in elevated positions. May be required to work extended hours, on a rotating schedule or weekend's on-call and during annual outage. Must be able to workin afast-paced environment

Qualifications:

• BA or BSdegree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance or Business Administration or related field or equivalent work experience required

• Minimum of 8 years purchasing experience including bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements strongly preferred

• SAP Business Software knowledge preferred

• MRO/Storeroom inventory management experience preferred.

• Works with minimal supervision

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; needed for accessing financial data, analyzing alternatives, and preparing presentation.

• Willing to accept additional assignments of increased responsibility within the mill purchasing environment

• AP Business software knowledge preferred

Competencies:

• Business Savvy (the ability to negotiate favorably for Sylvamo)

• Agile (the ability to adjust manage multiple priorities)

• Customer-Focused

• Courageous (the ability to drive for results and action oriented)

• Inclusive and Collaborative

• Organizing

• Functional Technical Skills

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Communication

Key Differentiators

Demonstrated understanding of Global Sourcing CSSS process

Advanced analytics skills involving BW, excel, Power BI, Alterex or other analytic tools

Participation in mill area daily, weekly, or monthly meeting

Enhanced mill area operation understanding

Sylvamo partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Sylvamo is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off and paid holidays per year.

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Sylvamo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other details

• Job FamilySourcing

• Job FunctionProcurement

• Pay TypeSalary

• Eastover, SC 29044, USA

Sylvamo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.