Corrugated Specialist

Job Summary The Corrugated Specialist is responsible for effectively sourcing and procuring corrugated products and related products, in conjunction with buyers, operations management, and salespeople from different facilities. Works under general supervision; relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish tasks; a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. The corrugated specialist collaborates with external vendors to develop solutions that cannot be produced internally. Principal Duties and Responsibilities * Research and Development: * Monitors packaging trends, customer requirements, new technologies, and relevant industry regulations. * Provides input on corrugated designs, material selection, and board grades to optimize performance and meet customer needs. * New Product Development and Sourcing: * Lead corrugated projects through production to delivery, coordinating with external vendors to meet customer expectations. * Identify cost-out opportunities and alternative designs. * Determine appropriate manufacturing and sourcing options for products. * Technical Support: * Technical guidance to align product execution with customer-use expectations. * Provides technical information for customer service team, sales teams, and other parties. * Quality Assurance: * Coordinate quality-control procedures for new and existing corrugated products. * Customer-use assessments and audits, as needed, confirming solution aligns with specifications and expectations. * Vet opportunities and new sources for quality and performance. * Helps develop and grow sales and margin by developing an effective working relationship with sales and management. * Prepares various reports as required. * Performs other duties as required. * Must be willing to travel and does require onsite visits. Qualifications * Bachelor degree in business or related discipline or equivalent experience is required. * Minimum 5 years of experience in corrugated product distribution, manufacturing, sales, and/or design * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook, and other business software. * Working knowledge of business math. * Working knowledge of corrugated market conditions and dynamics. * Working knowledge of corrugated manufacturing, board grades, box styles, and printing methods Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $50,000 - $100,000 annually dependent on experience* *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living Bonus/Incentive Pay Annual performance bonus opportunity based on Company and specific business unit ROI and PBOP achievement criteria and individual job responsibility and performance. Benefits currently offered to our employees: * Medical insurance * Health savings account with company contribution * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Basic and voluntary life insurance * Disability insurance * 401(k) plan with company match * Paid vacation and holidays * Stock purchase program with employee discount * Educational reimbursement * Wellness programs and challenges * Other supplemental benefits The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.