Facility Buyer

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Position Title:

Facility Buyer / MRP Buyer

Pay Rate:

$65,100-86,800

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short –term incentive plan.

Category/Shift: Salaried/Full Time

Physical Location:

238 Mays Bridge Rd SW Rome, Ga 30165

The Job You Will Perform:

Perform procurement and storeroom support functions at the Rome Mill, Rome, GA to secure goods and services for the facility in accordance with purchasing policy and delegated authority so as to maximize total value received and produce results that contribute to the meeting of the facility’s business objectives. The position reports to the Mill Storeroom Supervisor and will be located at the Rome Mill.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide safety leadership through modeling of safe behaviors and to ensure employee adherence to all mill safety requirements and expectations

Provide prompt and professional purchasing services to internal customers by communicating effectively with the Operations, Engineering, Finance and Maintenance

Demonstrate knowledge of purchasing and storeroom SAP functions including po creation, expediting, problem solving, facilitate and manage vendor updates

Promptly handle requisitions to ensure stable supply and timely availability of materials and service and follow up with vendors regarding order status

Deliver value to the mill through effective procurement activities at the local level as well as ensuring implementation and adherence of Global Sourcing agreements

Prepare and publish specifications for bids, prepare and evaluate bid responses, verify history of supplier service and ability to meet contract specifications, and negotiate contracts

Develop an effective supplier base by cultivating supplier relationships through reviews of operations and mutually beneficial programs

Implementation of Global Sourcing Agreements and strategies for purchasing and materials management processes at the unit level

Obtain maximum value for IP regarding cost, quality, delivery and service levels thru methods such as negotiation

Support Corporate MRO agreements consistent with Global Sourcing direction

Track and report supplier performance and escalate supplier issues as appropriate

Assist with reconciliation of invoices

Pursue opportunities to consolidate purchases and competitively source materials under local, regional, and national contracts

Provide backup and vacation relief to the Storeroom Supervisor and other team members

Ensure adherence to IP Corporate financial and purchasing policies and procedures

Lead inventory optimization and review meetings with mill stakeholders

Assist in Storeroom reliability improvements based on reliability manual and best practice sharing

Assist Storeroom Clerks with problem shipments as needed

Assist in vendor “crib crawls” as needed

Lead storeroom inventory changes through the “Management of Change” process

Working Conditions

Must be able to wear all required personal safety equipment including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protection, and fall protection in elevated positions

Will be required to work extended hours as needed

Must be available to provide after hours, weekend, and holiday call, will be based on rotating schedule.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Minimum of 2 years purchasing/storeroom experience or equivalent work experience including bidding, negotiating, and administering contracts and agreements is preferred.

Pulp and Paper Mill experience preferred. Industrial/manufacturing experience required.

Effective Written & Verbal Communication Skills

Proficient in Computer Use

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook

SAP Business Software Knowledge Preferred

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program

Medical & Dental

Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)

Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

Leadership training

Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact or .

Rome GA 30165