Raw materials specialist

job summary:
Leading paper manufacturer in the greater St. Agatha ME area is searching for a Raw Materials Specialist to join their team. We are seeking candidates who have a Bachelors Degree within Chemical Engineering and 5+ years of Procurement or industry experience to manage all phases of the purchasing operation of raw materials.

This position offers salary + bonus and relocation assistance. Company apartment is also available to relocation candidates. Please apply today!

location: Madawaska, Maine
job type: Permanent
salary: $70,000 - 100,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

• Promotes a proactive safety culture across the mill through direct engagement, personal oversight of safe work practices, and active participation in safety meetings.

• Ensures strict adherence to food safety standards by applying HACCP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), immediately reporting system anomalies to designated personnel.

• Modernizes purchasing and inventory management operations by training staff on industry best practices and strategic sourcing techniques.

• Negotiates and oversees vendor contracts and purchase agreements to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.

• Directs raw material procurement and bulk inventory levels to guarantee seamless production while minimizing holding costs.

• Directs material flow to maintain optimal stock levels, balancing working capital with high on-time customer delivery rates.

• Directs daily logistics and pickup scheduling in close coordination with the transportation department.

• Oversees the IQ Invoicing workflow to verify billing accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely vendor processing.

• Facilitates smooth operational communication between inventory management, color prep, and beater room operators.

• Drives the development of the annual operating budget, tracking ongoing performance to identify and execute cost-saving initiatives.

• Manages month-end and year-end financial close activities for supply chain and inventory accounting.

• Represents department needs during daily mill production, contractor performance, project scheduling, and executive business reviews.

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qualifications:

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors (required)

skills:

• Materials
• Materials Science
• Project Management
  
  
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  At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.
  
  
  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
  
  
  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.