Supply Chain Buyer

Supply Chain Buyer page is loaded## Supply Chain Buyerlocations: Phillips, WItime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R019445BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.**Job Description:**As the Supply Chain Buyer, you are responsible for creating and implementing purchasing strategies to support productivity and working capital objectives for the assigned product category. You will analyze specifications, quality, quantity, and delivery requirements for assigned moderately complex product category; determine best supply source; survey markets for new supply sources; recommend and source substitute items if product is not available. You will help establish strong, collaborative relationships with selected suppliers; may partner on joint continuous improvement initiatives.**Additional Job Functions:*** Determine best supply source survey markets for new supply sources; recommend and source substitute items if product is not available* Assist with the development of short and long-range purchasing strategies in order right-size the supply base, reduce cost, and improve service to internal customers* Negotiate and create moderately complex key 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* Maintain updated economic and business condition knowledge that may affect purchasing strategy; consult with senior management* May participate in cross-functional teams and key projects such as e-commerce, product development, spend/cost reduction analysis, etc.* May prepare reports, value analysis studies, and perform other procurement duties* Travel to different BW Papersystems facilities or customer locations* Perform other duties as assigned**Basic Qualifications and Requirements:*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business or related field* 1+ years of experience in purchasing or supply management* 1+ years of experience in sourcing packaging components or manufacturing services* Proficient with Microsoft Programs, Infor, or Microsoft Dynamics 365#LI-MG2*At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. *Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.**Company:**BW Papersystems #J-18808-Ljbffr