Procurement Manager

Suzano Packaging; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA and HRA

FSAs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Suzano Packaging is seeking a Procurement Manager for our Pine Bluff, AR facility. You will develop, implement, and oversee strategies for Services, MRO, Raw Materials, Capex, and Obsolete Assets, while organizing the storeroom and maintaining strong supplier partnerships.

You will lead teams, drive KPI-based performance, and pursue cost-saving opportunities locally and internationally, including digital transformation of procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (preferably within supply chain management, procurement or related field).
• 5+ years of direct experience in supply chain and/or procurement.
• Experience in storeroom management, including spare parts management.
• 5+ years of previous leadership experience managing teams.
• SAP experience, with SAP MM / WM module.
• Project Management experience, in Fundamentals and Negotiation.
• Regulatory Standards experience with ISO – OHSAS.
• Green Belt in Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Experience in people management.
• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategy for Services, Raw Materials, MRO, Waste Sales, Capex items and the management of Obsolete Assets.
• Manage storeroom and inventory control.
• Lead General Shutdowns procurement strategy.
• Align purchasing strategy to optimize service levels for Packaging.
• Train and develop teams focused on results, innovation, and productivity.
• Achieve goals with KPIs and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Oversee annual expense and investment budget analysis.
• Maintain cross-department relationships to foster innovation.
• Lead digital transformation of the department.
• Manage warehouse operations and inventory.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Leadership

SAP MM/WM

Project Management

ISO-OHSAS

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Job description

Nice to meet you, We Are Suzano!

At Suzano, we believe innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. This union gave rise to a meaningful attitude: innovability, which guides us in thinking outside the box and looking beyond to tackle the challenges of the 21st century. We plant and grow trees. We transform this renewable raw material into innovative and sustainable bioproducts that are part of the everyday life of over 2 billion people. We cultivate life on the sheet of the notebook that teaches children, in the diaper that protects babies, in the biodegradable cup of coffee that does not harm the environment, in absorbent papers and in the convenience of using sustainable packaging.

Get to know us in 2 minutes!

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About the Role:

Suzano is looking for a Procurement Manager to join our team at our Pine Bluff, AR facility. This role will be essential in developing, implementing, and overseeing strategies and processes related to the management of purchases for all items categorized as Services, MRO, Raw Materials, General Shutdowns (services and materials), Capex, Obsolete Assets, and Waste Sales for the company. You will also manage and organize the storeroom, ensuring efficient inventory control.

What You’re Going to Do:

• Manage, develop, and implement strategy, policy, procedures, and system solutions for the acquisition of Services, Raw Materials, MRO, Waste Sales, Capex items, and the management of Obsolete Assets for Packaging;
• Manage, develop, and implement strategy, policy, procedures, and system solutions for the storeroom;
• Manage, develop, and implement the strategy for General Shutdowns;
• Align and ensure the best purchasing strategy for the team serving the Packaging, guaranteeing excellence in service levels;
• Manage, develop, and train people and teams focused on results, innovation, and productivity;
• Ensure the achievement of goals and conduct periodic performance evaluations using key performance indicators (KPIs);
• Establish goals and define strategies to reduce costs, seeking new sourcing opportunities both locally and internationally;
• Support the analysis and preparation of the annual expense and investment budget;
• Ensure proper service delivery to internal customers and compliance with SLAs;
• Maintain relationships with other company departments to foster a creative and innovative environment;
• Encourage employee participation in meetings and working groups that add value to common activities and contribute to streamlining routines.

Additional Responsibilities :

• Ensure high-quality service levels for the industrial unit.
• Ensure compliance with departmental goals.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations.
• Train and develop the team, ensuring alignment with budget planning.
• Lead the digital transformation of the department.
• Manage the warehouse – receiving materials, classifying item criticality, spare parts management, and inventory.
• Directly manage the planning, control, and approval of purchases for materials, services, MRO, and raw materials to ensure timely and economical supply to all units of the company, optimizing technical and commercial conditions, minimizing costs, and increasing the overall efficiency of the process.

What We Expect from You:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (preferably within supply chain management, procurement or related field)
• 5+ years of direct experience in supply chain and/or procurement
• Experience in storeroom management, including spare parts management
• 5+ years of previous leadership experience managing teams.
• SAP experience, with SAP MM / WM module
• Project Management experience, in Fundamentals and Negotiation
• Regulatory Standards experience with ISO – OHSAS.
• Green Belt in Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Experience in people management
• Strong analytical skills and a data-driven mindset

What We’re Looking For:

The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who is comfortable working on the production floor, engaging directly with employees, and taking ownership of operational challenges.

• Technical Leadership: You can guide, coach, and challenge a technical team while maintaining a strong presence.

• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment undergoing change and growth

• People Developer: Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities to build a resilient and capable team.

• Hand-On Approach: Ability to understand technical details, and support team members.

• Professionals who share our values Suzano - People and Culture. Read more here:https://www.suzano.com.br/en/suzano/about-us/people-and-culture

We are pleased to offer an attractive compensation and benefits package for this role, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance : Multiple plan options with nationwide networks to support your physical health and preventive care.

• Life and AD&D Insurance : Company-paid basic coverage and optional plans to protect you and your loved ones.

• Disability Insurance : Short-term and long-term coverage to help protect your income in case of illness or injury.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Tax-advantaged accounts with company contributions to help manage healthcare expenses.

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Options for healthcare, limited-purpose, and dependent care expenses.

• Voluntary Benefits : Additional protection through accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.

Suzano is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Suzano provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Suzano complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All positions at Suzano are subject to random drug and alcohol screening, performed in conformance with applicable law and internal Policy.