Buyer II - Mill

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Regular Procurement Rumford, ME, US

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

About Us

ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited – the largest container board producer in the world – ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually.

Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff.

Position Summary

The Purchasing Junior Buyer is responsible for executing day-to-day purchasing decisions to support mill operations. This role makes buying and negotiation decisions within defined category strategies, pricing bands, and delegation-of-authority limits, ensuring continuity of supply, service performance, and compliance with procurement policies.

This position is onsite at the mill and works closely with Operations, Planning, Maintenance, and approved suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Execution

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Determine order timing and quantities within defined min/max and inventory targets
• Select suppliers from approved supplier lists for RFPs
• Monitor order confirmations, delivery performance, and material availability
• Coordinate with Purchasing Assistants for PO execution and system accuracy
• Negotiate pricing, delivery timing, and MOQs within approved guardrails
• Communicate demand changes and operational needs to suppliers
• Escalate issues or exceptions beyond authority limits

Mill Coordination

• Partner with mill operations, maintenance, and planning teams to understand requirements
• Support short-term operational needs while adhering to procurement strategy
• Identify risks to material availability and escal…

Compliance & Controls

• Operate fully within procurement policies, category strategies, and DOA limits
• Maintain accurate documentation to support audit and compliance requirements
• Adhere to contract terms and approved commercial conditions

Decision Authority

• Buying and negotiation decisions within predefined parameters
• No authority to change supplier strategy, add/remove suppliers, or deviate from contract terms

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time material availability for assigned scope
• Expedite frequency
• Inventory adherence
• Zero policy or audit violations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing experience
• ERP/MRP system experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Attributes for Success

• Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand.
• Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements…