• Sr. Specialist, Procurement

    WestRock Company (Atlanta, GA)


    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. Learn more at [1] www.Smurfit Westrock.com.

    The opportunity:

    The Rail Procurement team conducts negotiations in excess of $400MM in spend. This position will support the Rail Procurement Department with ad-hoc analytics, savings identification and reporting, and any other items as needed.

    How you will impact WestRock:

    * Analyze low-cost modes between Rail, Intermodal and Truck to benchmark Rail network.

    * Responsible for all inbound recycle and woodchip pricing across the mill network

    * Lead demurrage initiatives related to reporting, savings projects and CTO goals

    * Manage new railcar lease negotiations, fleet optimization analyses and lessor relationships

    * Maintain Rate Request Tracker

    * Support Rail Procurement with RFP analysis and data management.

    * Ad hoc analysis to support operations and sourcing projects.

    * Maintains rail route guides and rate tables and ensures consistency throughout various systems

    * Rail Tariff Management and Knowledge Resource

    * Review and Audit Lease Fleet Cycle Efficiency / Cost Evaluation

    * Assist in report/presentation development for upper-level communication

    * Support the Team by leveraging QTS Tool Analytics

    * Work with FAP to review account statements and approve / deny invoices

    * Review, analyze, and execute all rail diversion and re-bill requests

    * Monitor and report on US Rail Desktop and FTR Rail Market Indices

    * Maintain Rail Carrier Service Log

    What you need to succeed:

    * Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management, or Supply Chain Management is preferred.

    * 1 to 3 Years Logistics Experience Required

    * Rail Industry Experience Preferred

    * Able to clearly and effectively communicate to peers and upper leadership

    * Strong analytical and conceptual skills.

    * Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Skills.

    * Ability to manage rapidly changing deadlines and priorities

    * Self-motivated mentality

    * Some travel required

    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

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

     

    References

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    1. http://www.westrock.com

     

    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.