Fiber Procurement Representative

International Paper•Burlington, VT

12d•$65,100 - $86,800•Onsite

About The Position

The Fiber Procurement Representative is responsible for the purchase and delivery of fiber products to a paper mill, including pulpwood, chips, and fiber fuel (biomass). The Fiber Procurement Representative supports the Fiber Supply Manager in raw materials acquisition, harvesting, logistics coordination, contract negotiations, and inventory management. This includes safety and other operational aspects. This position will conduct fiber procurement activities in support of the Ticonderoga Mill, be accountable for fiber cost and volume targets as well as responsible for fiber quality and logistics. Additionally, this position will oversee relationships with vendors to ensure compliance with contracts, company policies and procedures including safety, financial, environmental performance and fiber certifications. The successful candidate will be expected to relocate to the Ticonderoga, NY basin with a preference in the Adirondacks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Forestry, Business Management, Marketing, Logistics, Transportation, Purchasing, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Materials Management, Supply Chain)
Self-starter
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated proficiency in analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of the use and application of forecasting & optimization models.
Action Oriented
Customer Focused
Functional/Technical Skills
Integrity and Trust
Manages Conflict
Communicates Effectively
Manages Ambiguity
Plans and Aligns
Self Starter
Good Time Management Skills
Timely and Quality Decision Making Skills
Negotiating Acumen

Nice To Haves

Fiber procurement experience is desired
Knowledge of SAP and computer software (Microsoft suite) preferred

Responsibilities

Purchase and delivery of fiber products to a paper mill, including pulpwood, chips, and fiber fuel (biomass).
Support the Fiber Supply Manager in raw materials acquisition, harvesting, logistics coordination, contract negotiations, and inventory management.
Conduct fiber procurement activities in support of the Ticonderoga Mill.
Be accountable for fiber cost and volume targets.
Be responsible for fiber quality and logistics.
Oversee relationships with vendors to ensure compliance with contracts, company policies and procedures including safety, financial, environmental performance and fiber certifications.
Maintain a balanced portfolio of sourcing and inventory to achieve the optimum balance between stability and cost.