Valliant Fiber Specialist

International Paper • Valliant, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fiber Specialist position is a key leadership role on the Valliant Fiber
Supply Team. Responsibilities include the management and coordination of wood
fiber deliveries into Valliant Mill, Valliant Storage Facilities, and remote
woodyard(s). Duties will include team leadership, supply planning, sourcing /
procurement & cost management, cost forecasting, logistics, operations and
inventory management. The Fiber Specialist and his/her team are responsible for
coordinating all fiber purchases into the Valliant Mill, associated storage
facilities and woodyards; as well as purchasing chips and fiber fuel for the
Mill. The position is also responsible for maintaining good working
relationships with the mill’s supplier base. Additional responsibilities include
shared responsibility with the Facility Specialist for oversight of the Valliant
Storage Locations. The Fiber Specialist will coordinate with peers at other
locations to optimize deliveries and achieve maximum enterprise value.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Forest Management or related field
• at least 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management or related fields
• well-grounded in business management with a working knowledge of supply chain management
• Candidates should have a working knowledge of the use and application of forecasting & optimization models
• Financial Acumen
• Action Oriented
• Plans and Aligns
• Manages Conflict
• Communicates Effectively
• Manages Ambiguity
• Integrity and Trust
• Customer Focus
• Drive for Results
• Motivating Others
• Managing through Systems
• Negotiating
• Listening
• Timely and quality decision-making
• Functional computer skills and knowledge of various software applications
• Strong analytical skills
• Forecasting and optimization knowledge
• Peer relationships (customer and supplier)

Nice To Haves

• GIS, SAP, Microsoft software experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Logistical responsibility for managing ~500 loads/day of fiber.
• Provide support to maintain a balanced portfolio of sourcing and inventory to achieve the optimum balance between stability and cost.
• Assist with wood sourcing planning, budgeting and reporting.
• Coordinate operations and inventory management with Mill woodyard and support the Fiber Supply Manager in providing leadership to the Valliant Mill Joint Team.
• Lead efforts to achieve deliberate and continuous improvement and innovation.
• Develop and maintain intimate knowledge of the current state of fiber procurement activities in the operating area.
• Create and sustain a high level of engagement for all team members.
• Ensure compliance with all corporate and governmental environmental requirements within the Riegelwood basin.

Benefits

• International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
• Leadership training, promotional opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees