Headquartered in the United States, International Paper has been a leader in the forest products industry for more than 100 years. The company is currently transforming its operations to focus on its global uncoated papers and packaging businesses, which operate and serve customers in the U.S., Europe, Latin America and Asia, as well as xpedx, an extensive North American merchant distribution system. International Paper is committed to environmental, economic and social sustainability, and has a long-standing policy of using no wood from endangered forests. To learn more, visit www.internationalpaper.com
International Paper is seeking exceptional candidates to be part of its team as
Purpose
This position is responsible for category commitments that total over $100MM annual spend on transportation and warehousing services. Annual cost savings and negotiated TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) values are two key criteria for success.
- Establish contracts for transportation in accordance with the corporate policy
- Obtain maximum value for International Paper in our agreements with regard to cost, quality, delivery, and service levels
- Manage all Category-related activities. These include, but are not limited to: the Strategic Sourcing process, proposal analysis, negotiating improved value, awarding & implementing contracts, price control, and managing contracts to ensure on-going supplier performance.
- Drive contract compliance by Suppliers and IP's facilities including the management of rogue spend
- Timely and clear communication with IP facilities regarding category awards, price updates, market conditions, etc.
- Work with IP EMEA’s marketing and manufacturing groups to ensure quality product
- General business knowledge through an academic degree or equivalent work experience is essential
- Minimum of five years of experience in Purchasing or related Transportation Business function with increasing negotiation responsibility required.
- Experience in international and multi-site sourcing environment and at negotiating European or EMEA contracts is desired
- Knowledge of products and services being procured is desired
- Knowledge of basic product function through experience or self study is preferred
- Extensive knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint, good process management skills
- Use of the following software programs will be required after training: SAP, SAP BW, Microsoft SharePoint
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential. Knowledge of another European language would be an advantage (French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish)
We provide an advanced and open working environment with excellent opportunities for personal development.
