ITP Business Lead - Military Veterans
at WestRock
Description & Requirements
WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.
ITP Business Lead - Atlanta, GA
The opportunity:
This position is responsible for supply chain metrics, reporting, and analyses that drive the Consumer Supply Chain tactical and strategic decisions. The ITP Business Lead will ensure data accuracy in critical systems and key metric reporting, complete complex analysis with clarity and precision, and influence others to drive excellence in service to all customers at the lowest network cost to serve. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, consistent, quick learner, critical thinker, and able to complete advanced high-quality analysis with tight deadlines. The individual should be experienced in using data to influence and motivate others. The ITP Business Lead is a cross functional leader; connected to all functional areas of the supply chain, customer service and commercial organizations developing a complementary suite of processes to make the monthly plan happen.
How you will impact WestRock:
The primary responsibilities of the ITP Business Lead position are:
- Responsible for the development and management of business metrics
- Support the linkage between the IBP plan and the ITP execution
- Translate end market requirements into machine level production plans
- Realign product, demand, and supply plans in the short term so that strategic objectives are being achieved.
- Responsible for developing and producing reporting for multiple teams across the business
- Analyze short and long-term scenarios and develop plans to adjust to planned / unplanned fluctuations in the business.
- Facilitate discussion to drive supply chain excellence through data analysis
- Lead and participate in cross-functional continuous improvement projects for process improvement, service and on time delivery improvement, and cost reduction
- Complete on demand data mining and complex ad hoc analysis concerning inventory management, order management, operations, metrics, and budgets while managing standard role responsibilities
- Document Standard Operating Procedures and update as needed
- Understand business/division objectives and execute work with alignment
What you need to succeed:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or business field
- 5 - 8 years in Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Analytics preferred
- Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Project management experience is a plus
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt is a plus
- Must possess superior communication skills
- Thorough understanding of logistics capabilities (transportation and warehousing) and cost drivers
- Demonstrated ability in performing in a fast-paced, dynamic and demanding environment.
- Travel 5-10% a possibility
WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Atlanta, GA
“The people of WestRock are what differentiate us in the marketplace and will help us become the premier provider of packaging around the world.” —Steve Voorhees, CEO This is an exciting time at WestRock, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions. We believe that Packaging Matters™ in building trust, influencing purchasing, and educating consumers, and we apply that belief to every project. Our strong foundation of talented, motivated experts provide customers with sustainable paper and packaging solutions around the world. Working together, we have a tremendous opportunity to define our company culture, grow our business and provide long-term solutions for our employees. With such an expansive operation, we can offer you a challenging and rewarding career opportunity.