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Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Description
You are a proactive, experienced procurement and material management professional who has a passion for generating cost savings, maintaining accurate inventory, getting the right parts at the right time, reducing inventory costs, improving KPI’s and supplier performance for a multi-million dollar facility. You will play an important role of supporting mill operations and partnering with teams across Weyerhaeuser, supporting the Operations Procurement Lead Team, mill maintenance and operations, and other functional teams.
In this role, your primary responsibility will be to support mill uptime reliability by managing all functions of ordering MRO parts, bulk supplies, equipment, services, Capital Projects services and supplies, and support our Operations Procurement strategy. You will do this by aligning your efforts with mill goals, Wood Products goals, Operations Procurement strategy and roadmap, company vision, operational excellence and reliability initiatives. To be successful in this role, you will build relationships and partner with the Procurement Lead Team, mill leadership, mill storeroom, maintenance, planning & scheduling, and other stakeholders within WP. The position supports Columbia Falls MDF and may periodically provide back-up procurement support to other Montana Wood Products facilities based on business needs.
Primary Responsibilities
ALIGNMENT
Comply with Operations Procurement guidance, policies, and procedures
Align with and support Mill leadership
Effectively communicate and collaborate with all stakeholders
FUNCTIONAL
Responsible for RFx process of non-stocked items, high value inventory, services, certain Capital Project requirements; and issuing SAP Purchase Orders or Contracts to vendors
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms
Responsible for investment recovery processes including the sale and disposal of surplus assets
Utilize Operations Procurement’s strategic contracts
Generate and record cost savings
Maintain a high level of On-Time-Delivery
Responsible for Supplier relationship at the local level, performance, and issue resolution
Provide direct leadership and supervision of assigned storeroom personnel.
Manage the Storeroom workspace by maintaining a clean and organized environment, parts labelling, security/access, proper storage, picking and kitting
Participate in audits of the storeroom when required
Other duties as assigned
PROCEDURAL
Follow all Weyerhaeuser safety training, policies, and procedures
Understand latest Incoterms
Ensure scope of work is clearly defined within Purchase Order or Contract, working with requisitioner when there is need to clarify
Effective use of Scheduling Agreements
Ensure inventory has the appropriate minimum and maximum levels
Issue resolution to address shortages, receiving counts, and follow RMA/RGA process
TRANSACTIONAL
Process clearing of Invoices awaiting approval within the Approval Work Cycle
Maintain SAP Contracts for Material Master sourcing
Maintain Purchase Orders and Scheduling Agreements accuracy, including cleanup and closeout
Maintain accurate recordkeeping of the Storeroom receiving and shipping
Resolve invoices that require intervention within SAP’s Workcycle tool
Resolve inventory discrepancies by utilizing root cause analysis method
Dispose surplus and obsolete inventory
Accountable for the performance, training, and safety of storeroom personnel
Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively throughout the work shift
PERFORMANCE
Ensure every purchase order and contract issued supports safe mill operation (suppliers or contractors safety record) and maximizes mill uptime reliability (reliable on time deliveries)
Good performance of mill Procurement and Storeroom Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
Support Capital Projects with Procurement assigned tasks
TRAINING
Satisfactorily complete training curriculum assigned by Operations Procurement Lead team or other functional areas (Procurement, Ethics & Compliance, HR, IT Security, Import/Export, etc.)
Complete assigned self-assessment exercises
483609BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Qualifications
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
High School Diploma/GED
2 years of Buyer experience preferably in a heavy industry or manufacturing environment
SAP Experience (or Other ERP Experience)
Experience negotiating terms and conditions
Collaborative, and ability to communicate (oral, written) at all levels within the organization
Strong experience in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Access, Word, Power Point, etc.)
Strong knowledge of Inventory Management practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Committed to professional ethical standards.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, safe warehousing standards
About Wood Products
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
What We Offer
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $63,800-$95,600 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Job Procurement, Logistics, & Transportation
Primary LocationUSA-MT-Columbia Falls
Schedule Full-time
Job Level Individual Contributor
Job Type Experienced
Shift Day (1st)
Relocation Assistance Available
City*
Columbia Falls
State*
Montana
Job_Category
Supply Chain
Job Code
Supply_Chain Supply_Chain
Affiliate Sponsor
Weyerhaeuser
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Description
You are a proactive, experienced procurement and material management professional who has a passion for generating cost savings, maintaining accurate inventory, getting the right parts at the right time, reducing inventory costs, improving KPI’s and supplier performance for a multi-million dollar facility. You will play an important role of supporting mill operations and partnering with teams across Weyerhaeuser, supporting the Operations Procurement Lead Team, mill maintenance and operations, and other functional teams.
In this role, your primary responsibility will be to support mill uptime reliability by managing all functions of ordering MRO parts, bulk supplies, equipment, services, Capital Projects services and supplies, and support our Operations Procurement strategy. You will do this by aligning your efforts with mill goals, Wood Products goals, Operations Procurement strategy and roadmap, company vision, operational excellence and reliability initiatives. To be successful in this role, you will build relationships and partner with the Procurement Lead Team, mill leadership, mill storeroom, maintenance, planning & scheduling, and other stakeholders within WP. The position supports Columbia Falls MDF and may periodically provide back-up procurement support to other Montana Wood Products facilities based on business needs.
Primary Responsibilities
ALIGNMENT
Comply with Operations Procurement guidance, policies, and procedures
Align with and support Mill leadership
Effectively communicate and collaborate with all stakeholders
FUNCTIONAL
Responsible for RFx process of non-stocked items, high value inventory, services, certain Capital Project requirements; and issuing SAP Purchase Orders or Contracts to vendors
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms
Responsible for investment recovery processes including the sale and disposal of surplus assets
Utilize Operations Procurement’s strategic contracts
Generate and record cost savings
Maintain a high level of On-Time-Delivery
Responsible for Supplier relationship at the local level, performance, and issue resolution
Provide direct leadership and supervision of assigned storeroom personnel.
Manage the Storeroom workspace by maintaining a clean and organized environment, parts labelling, security/access, proper storage, picking and kitting
Participate in audits of the storeroom when required
Other duties as assigned
PROCEDURAL
Follow all Weyerhaeuser safety training, policies, and procedures
Understand latest Incoterms
Ensure scope of work is clearly defined within Purchase Order or Contract, working with requisitioner when there is need to clarify
Effective use of Scheduling Agreements
Ensure inventory has the appropriate minimum and maximum levels
Issue resolution to address shortages, receiving counts, and follow RMA/RGA process
TRANSACTIONAL
Process clearing of Invoices awaiting approval within the Approval Work Cycle
Maintain SAP Contracts for Material Master sourcing
Maintain Purchase Orders and Scheduling Agreements accuracy, including cleanup and closeout
Maintain accurate recordkeeping of the Storeroom receiving and shipping
Resolve invoices that require intervention within SAP’s Workcycle tool
Resolve inventory discrepancies by utilizing root cause analysis method
Dispose surplus and obsolete inventory
Accountable for the performance, training, and safety of storeroom personnel
Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively throughout the work shift
PERFORMANCE
Ensure every purchase order and contract issued supports safe mill operation (suppliers or contractors safety record) and maximizes mill uptime reliability (reliable on time deliveries)
Good performance of mill Procurement and Storeroom Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
Support Capital Projects with Procurement assigned tasks
TRAINING
Satisfactorily complete training curriculum assigned by Operations Procurement Lead team or other functional areas (Procurement, Ethics & Compliance, HR, IT Security, Import/Export, etc.)
Complete assigned self-assessment exercises
- Provide training to local new hires
483609BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Qualifications
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
High School Diploma/GED
2 years of Buyer experience preferably in a heavy industry or manufacturing environment
SAP Experience (or Other ERP Experience)
Experience negotiating terms and conditions
Collaborative, and ability to communicate (oral, written) at all levels within the organization
Strong experience in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Access, Word, Power Point, etc.)
Strong knowledge of Inventory Management practices
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Committed to professional ethical standards.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, safe warehousing standards
About Wood Products
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
What We Offer
Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $63,800-$95,600 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 5% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.
Job Procurement, Logistics, & Transportation
Primary LocationUSA-MT-Columbia Falls
Schedule Full-time
Job Level Individual Contributor
Job Type Experienced
Shift Day (1st)
Relocation Assistance Available
City*
Columbia Falls
State*
Montana
Job_Category
Supply Chain
Job Code
Supply_Chain Supply_Chain
Affiliate Sponsor
Weyerhaeuser
Salary : $63,800 - $95,600