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Overview

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE)is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com.

44 miles southeast of Little Rock, Pine Bluff is the tenth-largest city in the state of Arkansas and the county seat of Jefferson County. It is the principal city of the Pine Bluff Metropolitan Statistical Area and part of the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Pine Bluff Combined Statistical Area.

The Pactiv Evergreen Pine Bluff Paper Mill is located in Pine Bluff, Arkanas, less than an hour from Little Rock in scenic southeast Arkansas. It is the largest industrial employer in Jefferson County. Opened in 1958, Pine Bluff is the largest facility within Pactiv Evergreen and is home to the world's largest gable-top liquid packaging paperboard machine. In addition to producing paperboard for cartons, the facility also produces coated paper for magazines.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

This position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus, 401(k) plan with no waiting period and dollar for dollar match up to 6% and immediate vesting, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, paid parental leave, up to nine paid Holidays and two floating Holidays, wellness program, tuition reimbursement and family care benefits.

Responsibilities

The Buyer-PB Mill, reporting to the Procurement Mill Manager, is responsible for the management of materials and services at the paper mill including; supporting lead buyers during negotiation and execution of supply agreements, support the development and implementation of a category strategy, own supplier relationships, assist sourcing innovative technologies to differentiate Pactiv Evergreen and consistently deliver year-over-year savings to the bottom line.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Support sourcing strategies for services and materials at the paper mill

2. Support negotiation of supply agreements with key suppliers & distributors resulting in measurable total cost benefits.

3. Interface between global supplier base, New Product Development and Operations to identify new and innovative technologies

4. Understand and bring market intelligence, supplier knowledge and a key understanding of the use of materials in the manufacturing process.

5. Assist with development of supply recommendations

6. Assist with establishing and defining Min/Max stocking strategies for materials and storeroom

7. Work with Regulatory Affairs team and suppliers to ensure 100% regulatory compliance

8. Support and assist lead buyers and management with invoice reconciliation and payment blocks

Skills and Competencies:

1. Demonstrated ability to comfortably and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

2. Demonstrated ability to easily interface with plant personnel, manage projects and drive cost reductions and process improvements

3. Analytical Skills – Must be able to relate & compare, securing relevant information and identifying key issues. This includes seeking and organizing information, and conducting relevant data analysis

4. Financial & Qualitative Acumen – Demonstrate an understanding of the use, interpretation and impact of key quantitative and financial measures

5. Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced team environment while also delivering independent results and maintaining calm composure

Qualifications

Required:

1. A four (4) year degree or higher in a related discipline

2. 3-5 years work experience in a professional setting

3. General understanding of supplier markets and ability to perform market analysis

4. Strong Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint/Word) and analytical skills

5. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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Job Locations US-AR-Pine Bluff

ID 2024-25161

Category Supply Chain

Position Type Full Time

Pay Type Salaried