Raw Materials Category Mgr. - Mills & Converting

General Information

Job ID

ATR41873

Posting Job Title

Raw Materials Category Mgr. - Mills & Converting

Locations

GA Atlanta Headquarters

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

20-Jun-2024

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.

The opportunity:

The Raw Material Category Manager will be part of the WestRock Corporate Procurement team and will focus on:

• Maximizing value through strategic sourcing programs

• Creation and management of price mechanisms

• Navigating supply disruptions/force majeures

• Negotiating payment terms

• Establishing contracts and amendments

• Managing supplier performance

• Effective and appropriate communication of key program information to stakeholders

• Create and manage continuous improvement projects

• Support company eProcurement systems, Procurement Policy and compliance activities

The focus of this position will be for both paper mill and packaging/converting raw materials (mill examples: bulk gasses (oxygen, CO2), Low Density Polyethylene, Sulfuric Acid and possibly other categories such as dyes and colorants; converting examples: wax, stamping foil and possibly supporting category managers in other categories such as ink and adhesives)

This role will engage paper mill and plant personnel, division representatives, and senior level stakeholders. Effective communication is critical to the success of a Raw Material Category Manager at WestRock. A candidate must be able to balance both the tactical and strategic nature of this position.

The Raw Material Category Manager will be based in Richmond, VA or Atlanta, GA and will report to the Vice President, Procurement.

How you will impact WestRock:

Strategic Sourcing

• Gather and standardize purchasing history data

• Create and analyze requests for proposals

• Develop short/mid/long-term sourcing strategies aligned with the business goals

• Recommend, implement, and manage a variety of contract types

Category Management

• Build a category strategy with operations input and alignment

• Facilitating contract execution

• Implementing programs across multiple locations

• Supplier performance management

• Drive and support operational compliance

Project Management

• Implementation of new suppliers, materials or part with the support of operations

• Own projects from idea to implementation to drive continuous improvement

What you need:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering

• Experience in operations, or supporting operations in a heavy industrial operation

• Team leadership experience; managing teams of individuals in Operations, R&D, Finance, Legal and other groups to drive toward a specific outcome.

• Strong analytical and planning capabilities are a must, as is the ability to appropriately summarize key issues and provide insightful guidance.

• Proficiency in computer skills including MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to prepare and deliver presentations to all levels in the organization, including Executive Leadership

• Ability to easily build rapport with stakeholders and deal with conflict.

• Ability to travel (10% - 20%)

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential

• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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