Sr. Procurement Specialist

Company Overview Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs. Our Sustainability Commitment The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.Job DescriptionThe primary job duties and responsibilities are: Maintains inventory levels for MRO materials. Prepares weekly reports for the plant manager and controller on all expenditures. Participates in the selection of new suppliers. Reviews and manager contracts and service reports for suppliers. Coordinates activities within the local MRO group. Utilizes OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) documentation, historical data and technical support to source parts as required to support the plant. Maintains accurate records of inventory and cost as required by a public company. Maintains effective communication of inventory for special projects. Always follow all safety requirements & GMP. Maintains neatness of area outside of storeroom and related areas, clear all stock items out of hallway within 24 hours. Trains and develop resources to support local MRO group. Provides effective leadership, communication, and feedback to direct reports. Communicates and schedule service providers to support plant operations. Performs contractor safety training and permits. Immediately addresses and reports safety issues or hazards. Maintains excellent safety record. Maintains excellent attendance record. Performs other duties as assigned. Experience Required At least five (5) years of inventory management experience. At least three (3) years of SAP experience in procurement. Demonstrated self-compliance with company policies and procedures. An individual must have the following skills in the MRO Sr.position: Effective interpersonal skills. Effective and demonstrated leadership skills. Proficient in understanding buyer systems. Computer literate (Microsoft Office, preferred). Effective communicate both verbally and written with internal associates and external suppliers. Organization. Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Time management. Computer saavy. This position is located in a manufacturing location. Physical requirements will include but are not limited to: Standing for lengthy periods of time (frequent) Sitting for extended periods of time (frequent) Climbing up/down stairs/ladders/platforms (occasional) Working in a manufacturing environment that includes periods of hot and cold weather, dust, noise above 85 dBA, occasional odors, and moving equipment (frequent) An Individual That Works In The MRO Clerk Sr.position Must be available for on-call requests. Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. High School Diploma or GEDAssociates/BA/BS in Business Administration or related field or equivalent, preferred.Company Benefits What You'll Get From Us Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work. Community Engagement At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work. Training and Development We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com .Formerly Pactiv Evergreen