Category Buyer, Direct Materials

Your Job

We are seeking a Direct Materials Buyer for our Strategic Sourcing & Procurement organization within Georgia-Pacific.

As a part of our Strategic Sourcing and Procurement organization, the Direct Materials buyer reports to the Sourcing Execution Leader .

You will be responsible for procurement of Direct Materials across Georgia Pacific ensuring adherence to category strategy .

You must be self-directed, work with a high sense of urgency , and possess the ability to solve problems and collaborate with other disciplines to meet the needs of Operation s .

You will be asked to continuously improve the process and drive efficiencies across the enterprise.

Our Team

This team supports the strategic vision for sourcing and purchasing across Georgia Pacific.

This role is based in Atlanta at GP Center and requires 25% travel.

What You Will Do



* Support the strategic vision for sourcing and purchasing across Georgia Pacific.


* Collaborate with strategic sourcing , operations and other supporting capabilities to understand and support their priorities .

E xecut e the strategy associated with specific Direct Materials to drive value to the bottom line.


* Manage the ordering process to ensure accurate purchase orders , proactively engage with suppliers to ensure on time delivery , and expedite when necessary .


* Ensure supply to facilities while continuously improving the process to a standardized approach.


* Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Direct Materials space.


* Identify opportunities to transform procurement job functions through utilization of tools and technologies to become best in class.


* Implement processes to improve purchasing efficiencies and automation .


* Optimize working capital and manage on -hand inventory levels effectively .


* Engage with supply base and suppliers to foster collaboration and partnership.


* Connect with KBX and transportation partners to drive process efficiencies .


* Ensure compliance with all safety, purchasing, fiduciary, inventory and environmental policies and procedures .

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Bachelor's Degree and 3 + years' experience in procurement, purchasing or manufacturing operations, OR high school diploma and 5+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing or manufacturing operations .


* At least 2+ year s' experience with data analytics work, or the equivalent combination of education and experience .


* Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with expertise in pivot tables, lookup functions, data visualization tools, and PowerPoint.


* Experience building and managing relationships with suppliers.


* Willing and able to travel.

What Will Put You Ahead



* Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, supply chain management, logistics or business administration


* 3 + years of experience with consumer products packaging


* Experience applying lean principles to driv...