Procurement

This position will play a key role in sourcing and purchasing materials, supplies and services, supporting our Internal Customer Teams and Manufacturing Plants. The position will be responsible for identifying new sources of supply, coordinating, and assuring that assigned spend categories are purchased at the lowest possible cost. The Candidate will also work closely with the Operations and Quality Teams to resolve supplier complaints in a timely manner and to ensure corrective action and receipt of credits where appropriate. This position will also be responsible for addressing any cost discrepancies and/or late supply orders with suppliers, while expediting orders appropriately to ensure timely delivery. 

• →Intermediate level of computer skills in Microsoft Office; Excel knowledge (Pivot tables, V-lookups, formulas, etc.) and capable of learning different software
• →Mathematical acumen and business communication skills
• →Must be proactive and able to work effectively and efficiently in a high paced, rapidly changing, environment
• →Experience collaborating with internal and external resources to develop strategies that meet department goals within budget and established timelines

• →Experience in project management and working with cross functional teams
• →Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes

• →Bachelor degree preferred

Ability to read and interpret financial statements, general business periodicals, professional journals, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees of the company. 

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value. 

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. High Analytical skills.

Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  Vision requirements include:  close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Operating standards - The employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards set in the areas of quality, cost, safety, planning, customer satisfactions, supervision, efficiency, and productivity.  Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the manager.
• Personal growth - Each year there will be professional goals developed and agreed to by the manager and supervisor.
• Employee relations – The employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect, and communication. 
• Creativity – This will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Why Choose Us?

At Pratt Industries, we care about our employees by providing secure jobs, a safe work environment, and many supportive benefits. By investing in employees, we are able to offer growth opportunities to build a thriving, lifelong career.

Perks of Pratt?

Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
1 Month: MONTHLY Gainsharing Bonus
3 Months: 401(k) with match
6 Months: PAID vacation days
12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave