Supply Chain Buyer

Barry-Wehmiller • Sheboygan, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Professional will be responsible for the ownership of aftermarket parts in support of the company vision. Plans specific short and long-range objectives. Develop purchasing arrangements which are communicated to plant and planners. Supports Aftermarket Parts Team with the supply sources and details for procurement of selected aftermarket parts. Assists aftermarket parts team in day-to-day operation of the department as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of industry experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong project management skills
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Supplier negotiating skills
• Technical writing related to supplier contracts
• Ability to develop detailed goals and project plans to strategically align with the company vision
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, MRP, and E Procurement systems
• Must be able to interface and communicate with all levels of the organization in a professional environment
• Willingness to travel as necessary

Nice To Haves

• CSCP, CLTD, CPIM or equivalent certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and lean procurement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specifications, quality, quantity and delivery requirements for assigned product category and/or specific project; determine best supply source; survey markets for new supply sources.
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with selected suppliers.
• May negotiate and create smaller, supplier contracts based on competence, competitive standing, and alignment with company vision; maintain cost control and drive cost reduction.
• Prepare, analyze, evaluate and issue quotations ensuring all purchasing policy and objectives are met; complete purchase transactions ensuring that all deliverables are met.
• Responsible for site inventory levels, product rejects and chargebacks.
• Attend daily cross-functional team meetings and support parts flow to operations; responsible for resolution of escalated supplier issues.
• May evaluate suppliers against quarterly supplier scorecard; perform site visits, collect and analyze internal metric data; require compliance to all performance parameters for which supplier is accountable.
• May assist with or participate in key projects such as e-commerce, product development, spend/cost reduction analysis, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees