As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.
People • Customers • Trust
The Tomahawk Mill is currently seeking resumes for a Purchasing Manager."
Principle Responsibilities
Manage the purchasing and storeroom functions Ensure compliance with all PCA purchasing policies Hiring and training staff Buy materials and services Prepare RFQ’s and bid packages Maintain adequate inventories to ensure no operational disruptions Ensure the accuracy of storeroom transactions Supervise buyers Ensure compliance with purchasing department’s ISO responsibilities Identify alternate sources for materials and services Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent experienceSupervisory experience CPM preferred5+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferredMust be authorized to work in the U.S.This position is on-site at the Tomahawk, WI mill and is not remote or hybridMust possess a valid driver's license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Strong computer skills Detailed oriented Effective communication skills Vendor negotiations Material sourcing and expediting Perpetual inventory systems Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectivelyAll qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.