OUTSOURCING BUYER (BW INTEGRATED SYSTEMS)

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Outsourcing Buyer (BW Integrated Systems)

locationsLoveland, CO time typeFull time posted onPosted 5 Days Ago job requisition idR007765 BW Integrated Systems is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of end-of-line packaging equipment solutions and packaging automation, as well as systems integration.

With seven manufacturing facilities and more than 800 team members worldwide, BW Integrated Systems is a global partner for our customers and has installations in more than 50 countries around the world.

Our products and service network provide differentiated technology and technical support for manufacturing companies in a variety of global market segments, including automotive, beer and beverage, wine, spirits, container manufacturing, food, household, personal care, dairy, paper, pharmaceutical, and consumer mailing and collating.

BW Integrated Systems packaging professionals have decades of application experience in robotic solutions, packaging line design, integrated solutions, palletizers and depalletizers, automated can-end and product-handling equipment, case- and tray-packing, case- and tray-forming, advanced conveyance technology and controls, unwrappers, destrappers, feeders, coolers and pasteurizers.

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 :

BWIS) is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of end-of-line packaging equipment and robotic automation solutions, as well as the execution of integrated packaging systems.

A trusted partner for our clients, our service network provides global technical support for a diverse client base that operates in a variety of market segments including Automotive, Beer and Beverage, Wine and Spirits, Container Manufacturing, Food, Household and Personal Care, Dairy, Paper, Pharmaceutical, Industrial, Consumer Mailing and Collating.

Job Summary :

The Outsourcing Buyer is responsible for the procurement of machined and fabricated products based on the demand of our business.

This position will need to ensure timely receipt of competitively priced product that positions the business for success and is aligned with the vision and goals of our business.

Job Responsibilities

• Contact vendors with requests for quotes, delivery information, and cross-references.
• Develop a network of suppliers that will support the growth and future goals of the business.
• Develop and cultivate a positive partnership between BWIS and our outsourced partners.
• Supplier visits may be required to check status of work and ensure the relationship is aligned for success.
• Work with operations to understand future demand and product needs to ensure the supply chain is supporting our customer trust initiatives.
• Serve as key contact with manufacturing for planning issues.
• Work with suppliers for improvement opportunities in terms of cost, quality, delivery, and lead-time. This would include working with operations and GSC leadership to develop initiatives and strategies to drive lower cost, better quality, and quicker delivery.
• Analyze requirements (both systems generated and manual) to ensure timely placement of purchase orders for goods / services.

Place purchase orders using the ERP planning system.

• Expedite existing purchase orders, as necessary.
• Resolve pricing and receiving discrepancies with vendors, coordinate with Accounts Payable Department.
• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods with users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action.
• Work with (knowledge of) manufacturing computer systems including work orders, inventory control, routings, and bills of materials (MRP ERP).
• Maintain proper balance of inventory, in areas of responsibility, to ensure availability when needed.
• Coordinate new product ramp-up schedules with NPD teams and plant.
• Manage product phase-outs such that obsolete inventory is minimized.
• Make capacity management recommendations inclusive of our operations and GSC leadership.
• Monitor progress of actual product supply to schedule.
• Must have analytical, problem solving, team building, strategic planning, and change management skills. The ability to cultivate positive relationships inside our organization and with key supply partners are important to the success of this role.
• Being proactive in efforts to support the business will be critical.
• Key metrics are supplier OTD, Inventory levels (DOS, turns), Quality Systems, and supplier lead-time, and schedule attainment.

Education / Experience :

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field required.
• Five years purchasing experience, preferably in the industrial goods industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills required.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Extremely organized and detailed oriented with excellent follow-up required.
• MRP and Supply Chain knowledge required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with the following applications : MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access required.
• CPM certification desired

The following competencies will differentiate top candidates :

• Customer Focus
• Builds Collaborative Relationships and Teams
• Communication
• Integrity and Trust

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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 worktherefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.

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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 Integrated Systems