Corrugated Specialist

UFP Industries • Flower Mound, TX

2d

About The Position

The Corrugated Specialist is responsible for sourcing and procuring corrugated and related products in coordination with buyers, operations management, and salespeople across different facilities. The role works under general supervision, relying on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks, and requires some creativity and latitude. The specialist collaborates with external vendors to develop solutions that cannot be produced internally.

The position monitors packaging trends, customer requirements, new technologies, and relevant industry regulations; provides input on corrugated designs, materials, and board grades; and leads corrugated projects from production through delivery. It also identifies cost-reduction opportunities and alternative designs, provides technical guidance and information to internal teams, coordinates quality-control procedures, and assesses whether products meet customer specifications and expectations. The specialist supports sales and margin growth by developing effective working relationships with sales and management, prepares reports as required, and performs other duties as required. Travel is required, including onsite visits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in corrugated product distribution, manufacturing, sales, and/or design.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, and other business software.
• Working knowledge of business math.
• Working knowledge of corrugated market conditions and dynamics.
• Working knowledge of corrugated manufacturing, board grades, box styles, and printing methods.
• Must be willing to travel and attend onsite visits.

Responsibilities

• Monitor packaging trends, customer requirements, new technologies, and relevant industry regulations.
• Provide input on corrugated designs, material selection, and board grades to optimize performance and meet customer needs.
• Lead corrugated projects through production to delivery, coordinating with external vendors to meet customer expectations.
• Identify cost-out opportunities and alternative designs.
• Determine appropriate manufacturing and sourcing options for products.
• Provide technical guidance to align product execution with customer-use expectations.
• Provide technical information to customer service, sales teams, and other parties.
• Coordinate quality-control procedures for new and existing corrugated products.
• Conduct customer-use assessments and audits as needed to confirm solutions align with specifications and expectations.
• Vet opportunities and new sources for quality and performance.
• Develop effective working relationships with sales and management to help grow sales and margin.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Travel for onsite visits.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits
• Annual performance bonus opportunity based on company and specific business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria, and individual job responsibility and performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level