Storeroom Supervisor

Global cellulose fibers; North Carolina; On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term and Long-term Disability

401(k) and Company-funded retirement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Global Cellulose Fibers is seeking an Inventory and Stores Supervisor to oversee the storeroom team, manage purchasing activities, and optimize inventory value at the Columbus Mill in Columbus, MS. The role ensures stock readiness for mill operations and maintenance while aligning with Global Sourcing policies.

The ideal candidate will have a BA/BS in a relevant field or equivalent experience, 4+ years in purchasing/inventory, and familiarity with SAP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 4 years in purchasing, inventory management, shipping and receiving.
• Supervisory/leadership experience required.
• Industrial/manufacturing experience preferred; pulp and paper mill experience preferred.
• SAP and MS Office proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise storeroom team of 5–6 technicians handling inventory, receiving, issuing and shipping.
• Purchase materials and services following purchasing policies; ensure optimal stock levels.
• Maintain stock accuracy and complete annual cycle counts.
• Identify and implement inventory optimization initiatives (approx. $17MM).
• Coordinate scrap/surplus material sales and vendor-managed inventory programs.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Leadership

Change Management

Customer Focus

Action Oriented

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Savvy

Process Management

Priority Setting

Developing Direct Reports

Education

BA/BS in a relevant field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay Rate :

$99,000 - $121,000

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.

Category/Shift :

About The Role:

Support mill operations and maintenance through supervision of Stores inventory management, material reservations, receiving, issuing, material kitting and parts delivery functions. Position will also be responsible for supporting Purchasing department by purchasing materials, parts, supplies, services, and equipment following established Purchasing policies. The position reports to the Purchasing & Stores Manager and will be located at the Columbus Mill.

Key Accountabilities:

• Maintain strong focus on safety compliance, hazard recognition / mitigation and continual improvement.
• Supervise a storeroom team of 5 – 6 technicians that receive, store, issue, deliver and ship inventoried items and direct buy items.
• Develop direct reports to provide maximum customer service/support and adhere to all Global Sourcing and storeroom policies and procedures.
• Schedule and approve working hours for storeroom team to fit mill needs.
• Purchase materials and services from suppliers providing best value with consideration to quality, price, contracts, reliability, and urgency of need.
• Responsible for maintaining stock items in required quantity and condition to support operations and maintenance.
• Ensure completion of annual cycle counts per policy.
• Identify and implement initiatives for optimizing storeroom inventory value (approximately $17MM) by working with maintenance, other GCF facilities, vendors and various GCF organizations.
• Lead Inventory Optimization initiative to support the identification, removal, and cost recovery of excess and obsolete Storeroom inventory.
• Coordinate scrap and surplus materials sales activities.
• Manage Repairable Materials program (Repair & Return), Committed Inventory Program and Vendor Managed Inventory Program all as part of optimizing dollars expended in Stores Inventory Value.
• Perform Contract Coordinator activities associated with onsite vendor representatives and occasional contractor work in Storeroom areas.
• Identify potential suppliers and issue requests for quotes.
• Identify and implement storeroom management and shipping/receiving best practices.
• Adhere to Global Sourcing and Internal Controls policies including document retention and reporting.
• Support Global Sourcing initiatives and maintain strong working knowledge of Global Sourcing Agreements and relevant contract provisions. Manage through vendor changes as required.
• Participate in the Purchasing & Stores Weekend Duty rotation.
• Will assist with other procurement duties as assigned.
• Ensuring sufficient Stores inventory to support mill operation and reliability while maintaining economically justified stocking levels and adhering to all policy-required review practices for inventory additions and changes
• Developing and managing a well cross-trained work team
• Continuous improvement of inventory management, shipping/receiving and storeroom practices / procedures
• Managing through personnel issues, as needed, with storeroom team and HR
• Supporting Global Sourcing initiatives
• Supporting overall mill maintenance efficiency

About You: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Science (BS) degreein a relevant fieldor an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
• Minimum of 4 years' experience preferred to include purchasing, inventory management, shipping and receiving
• Supervisory and Leadership experience
• Industrial/manufacturing experience required, Pulp and Paper Mill experience preferred
• Knowledgeable and experienced in SAP Business Software required
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Software
• Safety Leadership
• Change Management
• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Problem Solving
• Motivating Others
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Process Management
• Priority Setting
• Developing Direct Reports

About Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF):

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting globalcellulosefibers.com.

Why GCF:

Global Cellulose Fibers 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.

At Global Cellulose Fibers, our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families, including:

• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off

Physical Location :

Columbus Mill

4335 Carson Road

Columbus, MS 39703

Global Cellulose Fibers 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. Global Cellulose Fibers 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].