Supply Chain Buyer

Barry-Wehmiller • Sheboygan, WI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers. They offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and global experience in various paper-related industries. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology, with a strong focus on people-centric leadership and purpose-driven growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business or related field preferred.
• CSCP, CLTD, CPIM or equivalent certification preferred.
• Typically requires 0-2 years of experience in purchasing or supply management.
• Typically has 0-2 years of experience in sourcing packaging components or manufacturing services.
• Knowledge of ERP systems preferred.
• Strategic thinking
• Problem-solving
• Negotiation
• Project management
• Prioritization; deadline management
• Customer Service
• Collaboration
• Team-oriented
• Analytical thinking
• Verbal and written communication
• Relationship management
• Cross-functional team
• Creativity

Responsibilities

• Analyze specifications, quality, quantity, and delivery requirements for assigned less complex product category and/or specific project; determine best supply source; survey markets for new supply sources.
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with selected suppliers.
• Negotiate and create smaller, less complex 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.
• 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.
• 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: Entry Level