Supply Chain Buyer

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R020350BW Paper systems, 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  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.
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* Job Description:

** 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.
** Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
*** 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.
** Required

Education and Experience:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business or related field. CSCP, CLTD, CPIM or equivalent certification preferred.
* 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
* Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and lean procurement is a plus.
** Supervisory/Responsibility
** Reports to Supply Chain Manager; does not directly supervise other employees.
** Work Environment:
** Work is in an office environment located in a manufacturing facility. While most essential functions will be performed in the office portion of the facility, other essential functions will require the employee to be in manufacturing portion of the facility for extended periods of time. Employee must be able to correctly wear and use and Personal Protective…