Purchasing Clerk

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Position Summary:

Function as primary purchasing agent for all raw material, operating supplies, R&M, and other miscellaneous materials as needed; generating purchase orders and receiving same in AX. Coordinate with AP or vendors, receipts, invoices, or other discrepancies so payment is made in a timely manner. Work on other purchasing or store room processes as needed. Stocking and Inventory of all spare parts.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:

• Must put safety for themselves and others first, always working in a safe environment.
• Be willing to correct any unsafe conditions or report those you cannot correct.
• Strive to perform tasks with highest possible quality and accuracy.
• Direct people to assist in accomplishing tasks where needed, taking ownership or that process.
• Have a can do attitude, being self-sufficient, proactive, and determined.
• Accurately and consistently generate purchase orders as needed, receiving same.
• Must be willing to put forth extra effort when needed to resolve problems with minimal supervision or direction.
• Monitor and order appropriately, raw material and other necessary operating supplies to ensure proper inventory levels.
• Maintain open communication with Corporate, employees, and vendors to resolve AP issues as necessary with minimal supervision ensuring payment is not delayed due to plant error.
• Be familiar with or learn Maximo or other parts CMMS tracking software systems.
• Be part of the team to incorporate CMMS into operation and support those endeavors.
• Work with Vendors to identify replacement or lower cost products and supplies.
• Assist in tracking and controlling R&M and Operating costs.
• Act as Liaison with vendors for purchasing and rush or urgent order procurement.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and take on additional assignments.

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Ability perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
• The commitment to stay safe and to continue to learn and develop.
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management.
• Must have an eye for details, root cause, and suggest areas for improvements.
• Should have good follow up and communication skills.
• Must have good understanding of AP procedures, purchasing, plant supplies and parts.
• Must be able to plan daily, weekly activities and carry out with any needed changes.
• Must have creativity in order to envision improvements.
• Must be able to work overtime if necessary.

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.