Director, Commercial Logistics

About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at

RYAM’s intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation’s top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.

At RYAM, we are shaping the future of talent.

RYAM has a specific purpose... to be the world's leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company's mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.

How you will shape the future of the Sourcing Department :

• Manage a team of commercial managers for the procurement and management of logistics services for RYAM shipments and facilities.
• Responsible for delivering annual cost reduction targets.
• Develop strategies, processes, and information to optimize customer requirements, transportation requirements, and production requirements in global markets. Analyzes the results and effectiveness of strategies and makes adjustments. Performs detailed analyses comparing alternatives and substitutes.
• Responsible for the negotiation and management of transportation service agreements, freight rates, terms and documentation for the movement, and distribution of goods in both foreign and domestic commerce (truck, rail, ocean, air, warehouses, ports, customs brokers, freight forwarders, etc.).
• Is the subject matter expert in logistics markets and effectively utilizes this knowledge to optimize benefits for RYAM. Monitors current events for international shipments in the container ocean markets which could impact RYAM’s services and / or carriers and ports. Monitors key logistics markets for supply and demand balances and cost impacts. Communicates to key business stakeholders on impacts of market dynamics and forecasts.
• Responsible for business strategy development, long-term planning, annual budgets, and monthly forecast.
• Oversee the preparation of contracts that are consistent with RYAM policies and practices. Ensures that the required reviews and approvals are received prior to purchase commitments.
• Develop and manage processes to achieve cost-effective, on-time and damage-free delivery of RYAM products. Rationalizes supplier base, solves specific problems, and develops strategic commodity purchasing plan.
• Develop and recommend long range logistics strategies which continuously improve quality, service, and cost. Identifies and coordinates joint cost reduction initiatives and business opportunities with suppliers.
• Standardization of procedures, sharing best practices, providing coaching, leadership, and taking ownership of the many administrative activities to support the commercial and operational function.
• Work directly with customers and RYAM Sales and SIOP teams to develop logistics strategies as it relates to modes, storage, and inventory levels. Assist with the creation of Global Logistics project A3’s, provide reports, data, and intelligence inputs, and maintains cost savings records in the tracking tool.

You will be someone who can bring :

Why you will love working for RYAM :

EOE / Vet / Disability