Position Title:

Operations Manager

Category/Shift:

Salaried/Exempt

Physical Location:

Decatur, AL

The Job You Will Perform:

The Operations Manager will be responsible for the Customer Service and Shipping Departments and report directly to the Site Manager. This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

§ Provides supply chain and replenishment leadership for facility customers

§ Establishing an overall replenishment plan

§ Tracking forecast accuracy, defining inventory and safety stock standards

§ On-time-in-full-no-errors (OTIFNE) performance measurement and communication

§ Tracking, ordering and optimizing finished and raw material inventories

§ Managing order requirements through an outside sales organization and customer service organization

§ Support Lead Team objectives such as Safety, Engagement and EBIT

§ Trailer optimization and minimization

In addition to daily operational responsibilities, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining systems, driving manufacturing improvements as well as leading, coaching, motivating and engaging the work teams to accomplish operational objectives.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Relevant degree in Business Administration or Operations Management is preferred with at least five years’ experience in manufacturing in the corrugated industry.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to react to operational support requirements, must be able to organize time effectively and prioritize tasks to cope with fluctuating workloads.
• Ability to lead, coordinate multifunctional teams and collaborate with other departments, customers, and business partners.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to drive results and influence others to meet department objectives.
• Must demonstrate a proven track record of date-accurate data entry; proficient skills in Excel, Word and Outlook; ability to learn industry and customer-specific computer systems. KIWI knowledge is a plus.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays

• Retirement 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 a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. 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.