About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize our paper supply chain operations. In this role, you will be the key link between European paper mills and our B2B converting partners across the USA. You will manage the end-to-end logistics, sales order fulfillment, communication, and administration required to ensure seamless international product flow and reliable domestic distribution.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in US import regulations, domestic logistics, and sales order management. You will thrive in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment and possess the communication skills needed to bridge operations between Europe and North America.
Your MissionCoordination & Logistics Management- Manage End-to-End Logistics: Oversee the international transport of paper products from European mills to US ports, and the final delivery to US converters.
- Domestic Distribution: Coordinate inland freight, warehousing, and final-mile distribution within the USA to meet converter production schedules.
- Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels and delivery timelines to prevent supply chain disruptions or production delays.
Sales Order Management & Administration- Order Fulfillment: Oversee the full lifecycle of sales orders from initial receipt and entry to final delivery confirmation and billing.
- Import Documentation: Ensure all international shipping documents, customs filings, and regulatory paperwork comply with US import laws.
- Data Integrity: Maintain accurate sales orders, logistics data, KPIs, and freight cost records within company systems.
Communication & Stakeholder Alignment- Cross-Continental Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact between European manufacturing mills, freight forwarders, US customs brokers, and domestic B2B converters.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, carriers, and internal global sales and operations teams.
- Issue Resolution: Proactively identify transport delays or supply gaps and implement swift corrective actions to keep converters informed.
Your Profile- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, International Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in international logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain management
- Proven track record handling ocean freight imports into the USA and navigating US Customs regulations
- Experience with U.S. domestic freight operations, including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and intermodal shipping
- Proven experience managing high-volume B2B sales order administration and customer delivery tracking, with a strong understanding of international trade terms (Incoterms), maritime shipping, cross-border commerce, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across diverse cultures and global time zones
- Experience in a high-volume B2B commodity industry (e.g., paper, packaging, steel, chemicals, or agricultural products), proficiency with SAP (SD/Sales & Distribution and MM/Materials Management modules), and experience working within a global, multicultural organization supporting collaboration between U.S. and European operations are highly preferred but not required
Our Offer:- Comprehensive base salary plus incentive
- Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan, fully vested and company match
- An interesting job within the packaging & paper industry
- Opportunities for professional growth
