Operations Manager

International Paper; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 101,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper in Conway, AR is seeking an Operations Manager to lead supply chain and replenishment for facility customers. You will establish an overall replenishment plan, track forecast accuracy, and optimize inventory and safety stock to support OTIFNE performance.

The role requires five years of manufacturing experience in corrugated, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams while driving continuous improvements and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Business Administration or Operations Management preferred.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize fluctuating workloads.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multifunctional teams with cross-department collaboration.
• Proven track record of accurate data entry; proficient Excel, Word and Outlook; SAP, KIWI and Witron knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides supply chain and replenishment leadership for facility customers.
• Establishing an overall replenishment plan.
• Tracking forecast accuracy and defining inventory and safety stock standards.
• OTIFNE performance measurement and communication.
• Tracking, ordering and optimizing finished and raw material inventories.
• Schedule facility production demands efficiently.
• Manage order requirements through external sales and offsite customer service.
• Support Lead Team objectives such as Safety, Engagement and EBIT.
• Lead, coach, and engage work teams to achieve operational objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Data entry accuracy

Excel

Process optimization

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

SAP

KIWI

Witron

Outlook

Word

Job description

Position Title

Operations Manager

Pay Rate

$101,100 - $134,600 (USCORE)

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 annual incentive plan.

Category/Shift

Salaried Full-Time Exempt

Physical Location

Conway, AR

The Job You Will Perform

• Provides supply chain and replenishment leadership for facility customers
• Establishing of an overall replenishment plan
• Tracking forecast accuracy, defining inventory and safety stock standards
• On-time-in-full-no-errors (OTIFNE) performance measurement and communication
• Tracking, ordering and optimizing finished and raw material inventories
• Efficiently scheduling facility production demands
• Managing order requirements through an outside sales organization and offsite customer service organization
• Support Lead Team objectives such as Safety, Engagement and EBIT
• Trailer optimization and minimization

In addition to daily operational responsibilities, the successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining systems, driving manufacturing improvements as well as leading, coaching, motivating and engaging the work teams to accomplish operational objectives.

The Qualifications, Skills And Knowledge You Will Bring

• Relevant degree in Business Administration or Operations Management is preferred with at least five years’ experience in manufacturing in the corrugated industry.
• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to react to operational support requirements, must be able to organize time effectively and prioritize tasks to cope with fluctuating workloads.
• Ability to lead, coordinate multifunctional teams and collaborate with other departments, customers, and business partners.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to drive results and influence others to meet department objectives.
• Must demonstrate a proven track record of date accurate data entry; proficient skills in Excel, Word and Outlook; ability to learn industry and customer specific computer systems. SAP, KIWI and Witron knowledge are a plus.

About Us

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

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

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; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at 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].