Board Solutions Group Leader

International Paper; Tennessee; Remote; USD 159,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry leader as a Board Solutions Group Leader, where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on both the company and the environment. This role involves managing a team that drives strategic initiatives, enhances manufacturing operations, and provides critical support for capital projects. With a focus on leadership and communication, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the organization while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about sustainability and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Long-term Disability

Short-term Disability

Qualifications

• 15+ years in the Paper Industry with 10+ years in manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Board Solutions group and support strategic initiatives.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff while ensuring effective operations.

Skills

Paper Industry experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Knowledge of paper mill operations

Analytical troubleshooting

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Decision making

Resourcefulness

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Bachelor of Science Degree in Paper Science

Related Business Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Board Solutions Group Leader

Description:

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title: Board Solutions Group Leader

Pay Rate: $159,000-212,000 per year

Multiple factors, including individual experience, skills, and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP’s short-term and long-term incentive plans.

Category/Shift: Salaried Full-Time

Physical Location: Remote

The Job You Will Perform:

The Board Solutions Group Leader will manage all aspects of the Board Solutions group actively working across the business to support tactical and strategic initiatives to improve results and drive business strategy to achieve or exceed their targeted performance levels. This involves prioritizing various business needs and allocating the group’s resources; working with the various Finished Products areas to develop mill-specific priorities, goals, and metrics; and coordinating efforts with other groups to maximize effectiveness of the Technology effort. This position is also responsible for recruiting, training, and career development of the group staff.

This position may support confidential business-planning initiatives such as strategic rationalization studies and acquisition due diligence reviews.

The Board Solutions Group Leader provides internal customers, 24/7 owner-loyal process expertise in improving manufacturing operations, restoring interrupted service, and providing start-up support to major capital projects. These groups may support international operations and global travel may be expected. Total travel may be up to 75%.

The Skills You Will Bring:

1. Minimum of 15 years of Paper Industry experience with at least 10 years in paper manufacturing.
2. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate to groups and individuals at all levels.
3. Demonstrated leadership focused on accountability and results.
4. Thorough knowledge of paper mill operations and processes.
5. Ability to lead 80/20 strategy deployment and PDCA processes.
6. Familiarity developing vision, strategic gap assessments, and tactical gap closure plans.
7. Prior experience with standard work prioritization in order to support enterprise implementation.
8. Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new operating systems for data collection and analysis.
9. Strong analytical troubleshooting skills and the ability to use organized data-based approaches to resolve issues.
10. Proven history of effective safety leadership in previous roles.
11. Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Paper Science, or Related Business Field is preferred; industry experience will be considered.
12. Understanding the Business: Business Insight, Customer Focus, Tech Savvy.
13. Making Complex Decisions: Manages Complexity, Decision Quality.
14. Taking Initiative: Action Oriented, Resourcefulness.
15. Managing Execution: Directs Work, Plans & Aligns, Optimizes Work Processes.
16. Focusing on Performance: Ensures Accountability, Drives Results.
17. Building Collaborative Relationships: Manages Conflict.
18. Optimizing Diverse Talent: Attracts Top Talent, Values Differences, Builds Effective Teams.
19. Influencing People: Communicates Effectively, Drives Engagement, Organizational Savvy.
20. Being Authentic: Courage, Instills Trust.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision, and pets.

The Career You Will Build:

Promotional opportunities within a global company.

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged, and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].