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 https://ryamglobal.com
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’re 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.
The Commercial Logistics Manager is responsible for key commercial components of global management of transportation, logistics and the customer supply chain Corporate wide to achieve the highest value at the lowest cost while maintaining and improving world class levels of customer service and satisfaction. Provides functional direction to all RYAM facilities in North America relative to inbound and outbound transportation and distribution. Scope includes implementing, managing, sustaining, and improving processes to optimize costs and service provided to external and internal stakeholders.
How you’ll shape the future of the Logistics/Sourcing Department:
• Manage commercial relations with export service providers
• Manage some operational aspects of export service providers
• Develop strategies to achieve the highest value in Logistics services
• Negotiate contracts with export service providers with annual spend of $75MM
• Monitor carrier performance and optimize carrier mix
• Will be the subject-matter expert on export logistics markets / service providers
You’ll be someone who can bring:
• Minimum ten year’s experience in ocean transportation
• Knowledge of international logistics
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, with preferred MBA in Transportation Management
• Skilled at negotiations
• Skilled at implementing contracts
• Great working relationships with internal customers and external suppliers
Why you’ll love working for RYAM:
• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short term / Long term disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Bonus / Merit
• Life insurance (Company paid & Voluntary)
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement
• Retirement plan
EOE/Vet/Disability
What We Do
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.
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.
