Procurement Operations Specialist

West Fraser; Tennessee; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

401k with company matching

Paid vacations and holidays

Job summary

West Fraser, based in Tennessee, seeks a Procurement Specialist to enhance procurement capabilities through hands-on training and collaboration with facility teams. The role requires strong experience in procurement and the ability to drive process improvement across multiple sites.

The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in site-level purchasing and will be responsible for implementing best practices to ensure consistency in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience in procurement or operations.
• Strong understanding of site-level purchasing practices.
• Demonstrated ability to train and influence teams.

Responsibilities

• Build procurement capability with hands-on training.
• Contribute to cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Procurement execution

Vendor management

Data-driven decision making

Training and coaching

Education

Post-secondary education in Operations Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Maximo

ERP systems

Job description

US Operations Office, Cordova, TN 38018, USA

Description

Working within the Corporate Supply Chain Team, you will focus on building procurement capability at the facility level by delivering hands‑on training, reinforcing best practices, and driving consistent use of purchasing systems across our manufacturing facilities. The successful candidate will work directly with facility level staff to strengthen execution, improve processes, and support operational performance.

The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a high‑functioning team environment. This is a field‑oriented role requiring regular travel to US operations.

What you will do

Cost Savings and Value Optimization

• Contribute to cost savings initiatives through improved procurement execution practices and standardization of purchasing behaviors across sites
• Identify opportunities for quality improvement and cost reduction within key spend categories such as MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) and production materials

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work with internal departments to build systems and processes that streamline procurement workflows
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, and site teams to support consistent adoption of procurement processes and resolve day‑to‑day purchasing challenges
• Facilitate alignment between vendor capabilities and operational requirements across multiple facilities

Continuous Improvement and Data‑Driven Decision Making

• Participate in initiatives focused on improving procurement practices through standard work, training, and process consistency
• Support the development and tracking of vendor performance metrics and procurement KPIs
• Use data and site feedback to identify gaps in execution and drive targeted improvements through coaching and process reinforcement

Corporate Support and Maximo Leadership

• Serve as the primary corporate resource supporting facility‑level Purchasers and Purchasing Managers, providing guidance, mentoring, and best practice recommendations
• Lead and support the use of Maximo procurement functions across US operations, including requisitions, purchase orders, and inventory processes
• Travel to site locations to deliver hands‑on training and coaching, ensuring consistent system usage and adherence to standard processes
• Monitor adoption and data quality within Maximo and support continuous improvement in system utilization
• Support and maintain collaborative relationships with a diverse range of vendors to ensure alignment with operational needs
• Train and guide site teams on effective vendor interaction practices, including communication, issue resolution, and performance management
• Partner with operations to identify vendor performance improvement opportunities and facilitate communication between stakeholders

Contract and Spend Analysis

• Assist in the analysis of spending patterns and vendor performance to identify opportunities for value creation
• Support the execution of sourcing and contracting activities while reinforcing proper procurement processes and compliance at the site level

What you will need

• A post‑secondary education in Operations Management, Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, or another relevant area
• 5 or more years of experience in procurement, supply chain or an operational role or sourcing in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of site‑level purchasing practices and procurement execution
• Experience with ERP systems; Maximo experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and influence teams across multiple locations
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly (approximately 50%)

What will stand out

• Experience working with plant‑level procurement or storeroom operations
• Proven ability to drive process adoption and behavioral change

Our compensation and benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On‑the‑job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Vision
• 401k with company matching & retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, and a drug screen test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug‑Free Workplace.