Company Description:

RISI is the leading provider of news and information for the global forest products industry. We publish websites, newsletters, magazines, economic forecasts, databases and more.

What's exciting about our company:

We're a great mix of stability and dynamism. Our oldest product has been published for more than 100 years. On the other hand, one of our keys to success is that we use information technology aggressively to fundamentally improve the value of our information to our customers. We're in growth mode. Thirty percent of our sales come from outside North America, and we're looking for that percentage to grow.

Our size. With 125 employees, we're small enough that you can see the impact of your work, but big enough to have a wealth of people from whom to learn.

Analyst, Mill Intelligence - Atlanta, GA:

Job Description. Analyze pulp & paper mills for manufacturing cost estimates. Assist in production of benchmarking studies. Collect and enter information for our new mill asset data base. Have close coordination with the mill asset database team about the updates. Develop contacts/relationships with customers & other industry sources.

Position Summary:

We seek an experienced process engineer who will play an important role in the rolling out the new benchmarking and mill asset database software. The ideal candidate is experienced in pulp and paper engineering and has excellent project management skills. The candidate chosen for this job will assist the current mill intelligence directors in collecting and updating the manufacturing cost of pulp and paper grades, and provide sales support for the new benchmarking tool based in our Atlanta, GA office.

Core Responsibilities:

• Mill analysis and mass & energy balances.
• Collect the mill information and maintain mill asset database
• Assist the Mill intelligence group in smooth release of new version of mill asset database
• Deal effectively with clients, provide superlative customer service, and communicate well with clients and co-workers.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills Sets Required:

• Knowledge of pulp and paper mill operations
• Analytical skills: Modeling, statistics, and managing data
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work independently or on a team
• High level of professionalism, strong leadership skills, and the ability to learn new concepts quickly in a diverse environment
• Good public speaking and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Science or Pulp and Paper Engineering

To apply for this position, please send resume with cover letter including your salary requirements to jobs@risi.com and specify Job Code A-ATL091012. (No phone calls, please). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

For more information about RISI, Inc, please visit our web site at www.risi.com. RISI, Inc., is a United Business Media Company.