What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at DS Smith?
Purchasing responsibility for Riceboro Mill within our North American Paper organization. The role objective is to oversee the procurement of goods, materials, and services to meet operational requirements, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery goals while maintaining an uninterrupted supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
- Procure goods, materials, components, and services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery benchmarks.
- Maintain a continuous supply of required goods and materials, promptly addressing any supply chain risks or disruptions.
- Identify and evaluate cost-saving opportunities through research and analysis
- Deliver timely briefs, updates, and reports as needed to stakeholders.
- Develop strategies to enhance operational efficiency, add value, and drive continuous improvement.
- Assess and review supplier performance to ensure adherence to contract terms and company standards.
- Ensure strict compliance with company purchasing policies and guidelines.
- Evaluate supplier quotations and proposals to determine optimal value.
- Collaborate with suppliers and accounts payable teams to resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Track progress toward key purchasing performance indicators and metrics.
- Apply critical thinking to problem-solving and decision-making processes.
Relationship Management
- Foster collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers on new projects, initiatives, and supply chain adjustments.
- Build and sustain strong relationships with suppliers to support business objectives.
Skills & Qualifications
- 3-5 years Buying and/ or Purchasing experience with proven negotiation, communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
- Results-driven with the ability to manage and meet project deadlines effectively.
- Strong analytical skills for translating data into actionable recommendations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- SAP Experience is a plus.
Values
Embody the values of DS Smith in day to day work and interactions:
- Be Caring
- Be Challenging
- Be Trusted
- Be Responsive
- Be Tenacious
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