Procurement Specialist - Direct Materials

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.Job PurposeThe Procurement Specialist, Direct Materials, is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and managing raw materials required to support manufacturing and operational needs. This role ensures the timely availability of materials while optimizing cost, quality, inventory levels, and supplier performance. This position collaborates closely with suppliers, supply planning, GBS, quality, logistics, legal, and finance teams to maintain a reliable and cost-effective supply chain.In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity ToSource and procure raw materials in accordance with production schedules and business requirements.Manage supplier relationships and maintain a qualified supplier base.Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and supply agreements to achieve cost savings and favorable commercial terms.Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with planning teams to ensure adequate material availability while minimizing excess inventory.Manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.Track supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.Resolve supply, quality, and delivery issues in coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to support purchasing decisions.Support new product introductions by identifying and qualifying raw material sources.Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier documentation, and purchasing data within ERP systems.Work with logistics teams to coordinate inbound shipments and optimize transportation costs.Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability initiatives.Develop and implement cost reduction and supplier development strategies.Performs other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsWhat do I need to be successful?Experience1-3 years of work experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or a related field. requiredSupporting direct materials or manufacturing operations preferredExperience should include supplier management, purchase orders, negotiations, inventory planning, and issue resolution. requiredERP systems, market analysis, and cross-functional experience preferredKnowledge, Skills And AbilitiesAnalytical and problem-solving abilitiesAn understanding of risk assessment and mitigationStrong communication and collaboration skillsAttention to detailOrganization and prioritization skillsAbility for decision-making under pressureEducationBachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Operations, or a related field. required Work EnvironmentHybrid Work Evironment - Remote/Office LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, 401(k) program, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.

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