What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist/Sr Procurement Specialist/Commodity Manager position at Sappi?
Description
Overview:
This role supports strategic sourcing initiatives and manages service and capital procurement activities for the Cloquet Mill. The specialist executes sourcing strategies, negotiates supplier agreements, and collaborates with legal and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement efficiency and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sappi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Overview:
This role supports strategic sourcing initiatives and manages service and capital procurement activities for the Cloquet Mill. The specialist executes sourcing strategies, negotiates supplier agreements, and collaborates with legal and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement efficiency and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead sourcing initiatives with minimal oversight, including bid development, evaluation, and contract execution.
- Collaborate with Commodity Managers, Legal, and mill stakeholders to implement strategic sourcing plans.
- Negotiate complex supplier agreements and ensure compliance with contract terms.
- Support transactional procurement tasks and ERP system processes.
- Monitor supplier performance and participate in formal reviews.
- Ensure adherence to ISO, sustainability, and audit requirements.
- Act as a backup for Commodity Managers when needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, logistics, or related field.
- 5–10 years of progressive procurement experience.
- CPSM or CPIM certification preferred.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Sappi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Sappi complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
