Job Details

The position is located in Joyce, LA. The successful candidate must be competent and qualified to assist the sawmill operations in obtaining cost-effective, quality parts and supplies. The candidate will work closing with the mill's management to ensure the proper and timely inventory supply along with meeting and exceeding the mill's operating goals and cost budget.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Safe operation of the storeroom.
• Receive, store & issue parts and materials to mill personnel
• Purchase all maintenance, repair, and operating supplies and services in a timely manner
• Work with the maintenance planner 25% of the day in job planning tasks.
• Research and gather required information and write up descriptions for entering new items into inventory
• Enter MRP (Materials Requirement Planning) and cycle counts into the MAXIMO system
• Meet or exceed key performance measures
• Negotiate, manage and monitor supplies contracts
• Develop and maintain long term vendor relationships
• Assure purchasing policies and compliance is followed
• Comply with safety and corporate guidelines
• Maintain a clean and orderly storeroom

Required skills and experience include:

• A minimum of 4 years purchasing experience
• Time Management Imperative
• Self Directed
• 1 year of supervisory experience
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills
• Strong planning, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Preferred skills:

• Experience with Maximo is a plus
• 4-year degree (BS/BA) preferred
• Prefer experience with a wood products company or at a lumber manufacturing business

Other:

• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Outstanding benefits package including:

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays

Apply:

If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, a safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser:

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser is a diversified wood products company producing lumber, OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and energy with over 60 facilities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. We are the largest lumber producer in North America, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, and the world's largest producer of oriented strand board (OSB).

We are a growing company, believe strongly in promoting from within, and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace (DFW)

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