Job description
About Us:
BW Papersystems, part of Barry-Wehmiller, combines extremely strong brands, innovative technologies and long-standing global experience in the corrugating and finishing, sheeting and packaging, and stationery, book-binding and security-documents industries. BW Papersystems brings together 11 brands—BW Bielomatik (BWB), BWP Zerand, Curioni, JAG SYNCHRO, K&H Machinery Co. Ltd., Kugler-Womako, MarquipWardUnited (MWU), SHM, VortX, WillPemcoBielomatik (WPB) and Wrapmatic—that synthesize manufacturing in the paper process industries. We offer market-leading technology for full corrugators in a variety of configurations, rugged rotary die cutters and flexo folder gluers, as well as starch-mixing systems. Customers rely on us for folio-size, cut-size and digital-size sheeting and packaging of paper, board and other materials. In addition, BW Papersystems’ portfolio includes stationery, passport production and specialized paper-converting applications, as well as book-on-demand binding lines, digital print finishing and RFID processing technology.
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:
Responsible for creating and implementing purchasing strategies to support productivity and working capital objectives for assigned product category.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
- Analyze specifications, quality, quantity, and delivery requirements for as
signed moderately complex product category
- Determine best supply source survey markets for new supply sources; recom
mend 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
- Establish strong, collaborative relationships with selected suppliers; may
partner on joint continuous improvement initiatives
- 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
- Other duties as assigned
Job Specifications:
- Analytical and Strategic Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Negotiation
- Project management
- Prioritization; deadline management
- Customer Service and Team-orientated
- Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship management
- Cross-functional team
- Creativity
Basic Qualifications and Requirements:
1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business or related field
2. CSCP, CLTD, CPIM or equivalent certification
3. Typically requires 2+ years of experience in purchasing or supply management
4. Typically has 2+ years of experience in sourcing packaging components or manufacturing services
5. Knowledge of ERP systems such as Infor or Microsoft Dynamics 365
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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.
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.
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