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Senior Buyer - Procurement

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United States , Plymouth

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Purchasing

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Job Description:

Reporting to the Manager of Purchasing, the successful candidate will provide timely and economical purchases of all assigned goods and services required by the Mill through negotiations, contracts and cost reduction with prospective suppliers.

Job Responsibility:

  • Securing commodities such as chemicals and raw materials, maintenance and operational materials
  • Ensuring the mill secures commodities at the most competitive price
  • Organize and process site business transactions (i.e. day to day buying)
  • Coordinate mill procurement priorities/impacts, delivery and volumes as required by corporate and local contracts at the mill
  • Develop budgets and forecasts for commodities
  • Add value and contribute to profitability on a continual basis
  • Maintain, optimize and reduce inventory levels as necessary
  • This position will be responsible for supporting the objectives of the different departments at the Plymouth Mill to assist them in meeting their efficiency efforts and needs

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Management
  • Experience in a purchasing role in an industrial environment
  • Knowledge of SAP procurement platform (p90
  • R14) preferred
  • Demonstrated understanding of integrated supply chain and logistics concepts and theories
  • Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to corporate purchasing practices
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Must be a well-organized and detail-oriented team player who takes initiative and works well under pressure
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office
  • Candidate must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
  • A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Proficient in Request for Quotation (RFQ) and evaluation process

Nice to have:

  • Preference will be given to candidates with accreditation as a Certified Professional Purchaser (CPP/SCMP) or obtain a Masters of Business Administration
  • Knowledge and operational understanding of Pulp and Paper manufacturing processes, equipment and general business environment would be an asset
  • Product knowledge/pricing strategies would be a definite asset
What we offer:
  • competitive compensation
  • a supportive working environment
  • rewarding career paths
  • plenty of opportunities for learning and growth

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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