What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Arauco - USA?
Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork? Join our team as a Purchasing Agent!
This is a Hybrid role at our Dunwoody office (3 days in office, 2 days remote).
What we are looking for :
- Bachelor's degree in business administration or supply chain management or three to five years related experience.
- Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Must have in-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology.
- Familiarity with transportation modes, such as parcel, LTL, truckload, air, and courier, is preferred.
- Excellent planning and organization skills, strong verbal and written communications skills and effective negotiating skills are required.
- Advanced computer (Microsoft office) skills using multiple applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are required.
- Familiarity with Six Sigma / Lean process improvement is preferred.
- CPM / CPSM certification is preferred.
- Systems experience with SAP is strongly preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish is preferred
What we offer :
In this role, you will :
About Us : At ARAUCO, we're more than a global leader in sustainable wood products-we're a team driven by innovation, environmental stewardship, and strong core values. Committed to responsible forestry and quality craftsmanship, we create products that shape industries and protect the planet. Sustainability is central to everything we do-from responsible forestry to reducing environmental impact, we are dedicated to preserving natural resources for future generations.
Grow your career with purpose and help us shape a better future-one product, one idea, and one team at a time.
Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization. Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.