Purchasing Agent

Innomark Communications•Miamisburg, OH

14d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchaser with a specialized background in print media, paperboard, and paper manufacturing. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end sourcing of paper substrates, corrugated materials, and print services critical to our manufacturing operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent hands-on experience.
3–5 years of purchasing/procurement experience specifically within print manufacturing, commercial printing, or paper packaging.
Deep understanding of paper grades, manufacturing processes (corrugated, folding carton, flexible packaging), and print pre-press through finishing.
Strong experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for inventory management and PO creation.
Proven track record of navigating volatile commodity markets and building strong vendor partnerships.
Familiarity with FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative), and PEFC certifications.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and cost modeling.

Responsibilities

Source, evaluate, and onboard high-quality paper mills, brokers, commercial printers, and converters.
Monitor supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality, and cost variance) and conduct regular vendor reviews.
Review production specs to determine optimal paper stocks (e.g., GSM, caliper, brightness, finish, and coating) for specific manufacturing equipment and press runs.
Manage procurement for specialized print processes, including litho-lamination, flexographic printing, digital, and gravure.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve paper-related defects, press downtime issues, or substrate failures.
Analyze manufacturing schedules to forecast paper demand and maintain optimal Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory levels.
Track global pulp and paper market trends, indices (e.g., RISI), and capacity constraints to proactively manage price volatility.
Manage raw material waste factors and optimize sheet/roll sizes to minimize scrap during production.