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Position: Sr. Procurement Specialist

Job Code: MSPRP3 + Sr. Specialist, Procurement

The Opportunity:

The Sr. Procurement Specialist (MRO Coordinator) in Evadale, TX is primarily responsible for issuing orders and tracking repairable and rental equipment. The successful candidate will report to the Purchasing Manager.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

Own Repairable Equipment:

* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including suppliers, planners, project managers, storeroom manager, category managers, vendor maintenance, item master, and AP to own all aspects of repairable equipment.

* Send damaged pumps, turbines, motors, gearboxes, fans, valves, etc. to approved repair shops.

* Receive repair quotes, compare cost to new, and work with maintenance to determine path forward.

* If new, solicit bids, determine source, issue purchase order, and expedite delivery.

* If repair, issue purchase order, track repair status and provide weekly updates.

* Work with storeroom manager and suppliers to ensure inventory levels of repairable parts align with usage and lead times.

* Expect 350 repairs per year that save Smurfit Westrock more than $7mm vs buying new.

Own Rental Equipment:

* Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to own all aspects of rental equipment.

* Receive rental requirements from internal customers, solicit bids when preferred supplier is not a fit, create purchase requisitions, and ensure equipment is delivered and picked up on time.

* Maintain database of all past and current rental equipment. Evaluate to maximize utilization, minimize costs, reduce age of rental fleet, and improve reliability, avoid lost or forgotten equipment, and recommend purchase when required by company policy or more economical.

* Complete service entries to ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices.

* Coordinate and host quarterly preferred supplier evaluations and ensure continuous improvement.

* Expect 150 rentals per year and more than $3mm in invoices.

What you need to succeed:

* Bachelor\u2019s degree preferred or 10 years related experience.

* Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

* Strong analytical skills with attention to detail

* Ability to problem solve, work independently, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

* Ability to work in team environment

* Understand and communicate why, align goals, empower, recognize performance.

* Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence

What we offer:

* Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

* An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.

* Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!

* A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.