Capital Procurement Manager

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is searching for a Capital Procurement Manager to join its Project Sourcing and Procurement Team.

Reporting to the Project Sourcing and Procurement Team Leader, the Capital Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing the sourcing of capital equipment and coordinating contractor engagements for diverse projects.

This position is vital for ensuring that projects are developed and executed in alignment with their key objectives.

The ideal candidate will be an integral part of the project team, collaborating closely with Project Managers and relevant stakeholders.

The individual must exhibit a strong sense of urgency and demonstrate problem-solving skills to meet the needs of internal customers.

Furthermore, the Capital Procurement Manager will be responsible for driving and standardizing process improvements while introducing innovative solutions to recurring challenges.

Success in this role requires a proactive approach and the ability to present and implement effective solutions.

This position is based at GP Center in Atlanta and involves 25% to 50% travel.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific's Strategic Sourcing & Procurement (SS&P) organization is tasked with the strategic category management, sourcing, and procurement of essential materials and services for over 140 locations nationwide.

The SS&P organization is currently embarking on an exciting transformation alongside our business partners, developing new capabilities to identify and seize significant opportunities in pricing, total cost of ownership, and sourcing execution.

This initiative is a key component of Georgia-Pacific's ongoing transformation.

This is a thrilling time to join a growing team and play a central role in shaping the future of the SS&P organization!

What You Will Do

Work with other team members to support the development and executing projects including:


* Project Procurement Planning


* RFX issuance/review/execution


* Capital Bid & Award


* Manage multiple projects with some guidance from others


* Leveraging lessons learned and knowledge across teams


* Issue purchase orders through local ERP systems


* Ensure equipment delivery dates meet customer needs are met for projects


* Executes sourcing activities related to goods or services for projects


* Negotiate and execute contract agreements with external vendors


* Managing ongoing project relationships


* Collaborate with internal requestors to understand requirements (e.g., specifications, scopes of work, performance, and timing requirements)


* Ensures the contractual document accurately reflects the terms and conditions of purchase, including payment terms, freight terms, incoterms, and other key commercial terms


* Analyzes root causes of accounts payable exceptions and takes steps to resolve and prevent


* Be a source of knowledge on project sourcing and procurement processes necessary to execute projects, including best...