Procurement & Project Operations - Buyer

Your Job

We are currently seeking a proactive and flexible Strategic Procurement Buyer to support the Technology Solutions and Central Stores Groups at Georgia Pacific.

In this fast-paced environment, you will work with cross-functional project teams to drive successful outcomes while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and guidelines.

This is an onsite role at our GP HQ in downtown Atlanta, GA.

We offer a hybrid work schedule of remote work combined with three days in the office each week.

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



* Drive best practices and training around project and procurement processes.


* Support all procure-to-pay functions, from supplier setup to invoice reconciliation.


* Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase requisitions.


* Collaborate with project and sourcing teams to understand requirements and apply the right sourcing strategies.


* Run and execute bid events


* Negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best terms and ensure timely deliveries.


* Maintain strong supplier relationships to optimize supply chain operations.


* Provide accurate information and analysis on project spend and requisition to PO cycle times.


* Identify alternate sources of supply for optimal TCO


* Provide reporting around lead times and resolve any supply chain issues

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* 2-5 years of project-based work or procurement experience


* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Outlook.


* Experience working with large scale ERPs and procure-to-pay systems (MP2, SAP Ariba, etc.)

What Will Put You Ahead


* Bachelor's degree


* Proven history of collaborating with cross-functional teams


* Contract experience


* Experience with project document control


* Experience working in a capital project environment

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