What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at barrywehmiller?
About Us:
BW Converting Solutions is a strategic alliance of resources and services that bring together several Barry-Wehmiller companies — Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler Dünnebier (W D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies and Northern Engraving and Machine. These industry leaders offer trusted brands and innovative technologies in the design, manufacture, and service of high-performance converting and packaging machinery for the tissue, nonwovens, hygiene, bag-converting, mailing, and printing industries.
Job Description:
BW Converting is looking for a talented Service Parts Value Stream Supply Chain Buyer who will support the inside sales team in a fast-paced environment by performing purchasing/ quoting duties to support assigned inside sales team members. In this role, procurement activities are executed in accordance with established policies, procedures, and ERP best practices. When necessary, negotiates and creates moderately complex supplier contracts.
Essential Functions:
Utilize Smartsheet to process quotes, orders, and general requests from inside sale team.
Select, issue, and manage appropriate purchase contracts, such as Purchase Orders and Schedule and Blanket Purchase/Price Agreements for materials and services.
Assist in the development of departmental goals, objectives, and budgets for successful implementation of the corporate operating plan.
Negotiate and create moderately complex supplier contracts based on competence, competitive standing, and alignment with company vision; maintain cost control and drive cost reduction.
Select, develop, evaluate, and manage quality supplier base, utilizing current supply management techniques and methods.
Promote supplier development and relationships to achieve long-term partnerships with suppliers that will be mutually beneficial.
Lead, participate and assist in cost reduction initiatives with other departments including but not limited to engineering.
Assist with the development of short and long-range purchasing strategies to right-size the supply base, reduce cost, and improve service to internal customers.
Attend daily/weekly cross-functional team meetings and support parts flow to operations and resolve escalated supplier issues.
Participate and assist at the plant level quality objectives relating to supplier performance and evaluation processes.
Prepare reports, value analysis studies, and perform other procurement duties as assigned.
Release and/or re-schedule purchase orders and schedule agreements to ensure material availability to support customer service orders.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field.
AND/OR
Associate degree or 2-year certification in relation to supply chain/purchasing
3 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Proficient utilizing Microsoft 365 Programs or knowledge of ERP Programs
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