Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) 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 move fiber-based packaging forward.

Purchasing Supervisor responsible for the entire procurement, ensuring the timely procurement of all necessary raw materials, including resins. In addition, will ensure continuous evaluation of the best possible price to maximize profitability. Oversees Capital Expenditure projects and all other small projects to maintain budget constraints and timeline. Creates production orders in line with forecasting and production capabilities. Schedule finish good shipments to customers, ensuring timely delivery. In the absence of the General Manager, this position reports to the CEO Vitop.

 

Duties and responsibilities are not limited to and are as follows:

Perform all work in accordance with the highest standards of SKNA-Vitop safety policies, ensure all safety policies and processes are enforced. Issue Purchase Orders for both inventory / expense items. Enforce PO date requirements for timely delivery of goods from vendors. Monitor and manage open Purchase Orders / Track shipments.Ability to enter / process Work Orders and enter / maintain BOM’s.Work with Receiving Department & QC Department to resolve inventory issues.General inventory management / maintenance. Participate in physical inventory counts.Become familiar with part numbers / product lines via inventory management.Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.Estimates values according to knowledge of market priceSelects products for purchase by testing, observing or examining itemsPrepares raw material purchases forecast based on production forecasts.Creates and run reports as necessary to identify or track purchasing ordering trendsWorks with Financial Controller and other departments (Operations, Technical, Quality etc.) to identify processes improvements / best practice opportunities e.g., Freight, Tooling, Machine Capacity, Quality Aspects etc. and effectively implement themWorks alongside receiving department and accounts payable to ensure that promised deliveries were received in full and are being paid for on time Maintains procurement records such as items or service purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance, and inventoriesDiscusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality, users, vendors, and others to determine source and take corrective actionsWorking with Financial Controller, monitors on a daily basis Material Clerk and Forklift Operators performance and advise, the Financial Controller at the earliest opportunity of any concerns he/she may have concerning the performance of individual team member(s).Coordinates workload among the team, schedule, plan etc. to execute against defined goals and objectivesProvides appropriate level of training ERP and Polifemo software applications, processes, cross training etc., to create a high-performance teamDevelops relationships with buyers and category managers at customer accountsApproves timecards of Warehouse Lead and Material Receiving Coordinator and ensures compliance with various local legislationKeeps up to date on new training & development Visit the work area frequently to ensure compliance and discusses safety issues with team. Explains to team that safety excellence is expected and is a requirement of employment. Encourages the team to report incidents, near-misses and unsafe conditions. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.Follow established procedures in order to maintain a clean and organized environment.Adhere to lock-out tag-out policy and procedures.Work with all departments to meet daily tasks.Perform all duties safely and efficiently.Other duties as assigned. 

 

Education/Qualification/Experience

BS Business Administration or equivalent experience in a related field. 2 years’ experience in ERP, ideally in SAP within Manufacturing, Distribution or Warehouse environment.5 year of management, customer service/warehouse experience and resin buying, preferred.Familiar with Import/Export and Hazmat regulations.Excellent communication skills, written, verbal, and interpersonalMust be self-motivated, skilled to work under pressure with minimal supervisionDependable and attention to detail and strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines

Knowledge

Knowledge of safety practices and expectations.Knowledge of quality practices and expectations, and respect for product.Ability to develop KPI’s through data mining, develop pareto analysis of KPI’s, and drive actions to improve trends.Knowledge/respect of rules of good cleanliness practices and clothing (prohibitions and obligations).Ability to effectively communicate.Knowledge of OSHA requirements to include Machine Guarding and Lockout/Tagout Procedures.Knowledge of Safety ,5S, LEAN /TPS Toyota Production System a plus.Understanding standard work (SOP’s).Understands and follows Company’s quality and corporate/environmental policies.Understands and follows procedures and work instructions established by SKNA - Vitop, USA.

Skills

Strong interpersonal & communication skills (verbal and written)High energy, with the ability to work in fast-paced environmentProficient in Microsoft Office (advanced excel)Self-motivated and committed individual, strong follow-throughStrong work ethic with attention to detailStrong quantitative and analytical skills, methodical approach and commercial acumenSkilled in operating pallet jacks. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.