Lead Buyer

About Us:

Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines.

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:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Buyer analyzes plans and coordinates the procurement of purchased materials to meet delivery and inventory goals. They are to act as authorized agents of the company with the responsibility to commit company resources through the procurement of goods and services. Manages purchasing department team members, establishes and administers company policies and procedures, and establishes procedures to ensure procurement of materials in a timely and cost-effective manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze specifications, quality, quantity and delivery requirements for assigned complex product category; determine best supply source; survey markets for new supply sources; recommend and source substitute items if product is not available.
• Assist in developing 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; partner on joint continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead team members and ensure work tasks are being accomplished.
• Using the ERP and other systems, runs reports to analyze demand for assigned projects and/ or commodities according to current production jobs assigned to start per the Master Schedule.
• Creates purchase orders for purchase parts not in stock.
• Monitors open orders and expedites, where required.
• Works with suppliers to resolve quality issues.
• Creates work orders for fabricated parts not in stock.
• Reviews bills of material to ensure part count accuracy.
• Runs reports to analyze safety stock and determine appropriate levels and buy according to replenishment guidelines and company policy.
• Manage the firm and released purchase orders to ensure all confirmations and communications are attached. Verify that delivery dates and notation on orders are accurate and reflect the most current information.
• Coordinate the return of discrepant parts to the vendor and resolve any quality issues that may impact future production builds.
• Create and issue purchase orders to suppliers within lead time and expedite if needed for both production and stock parts.
• Monitor the receiving report to ensure all delinquent orders are noted and updated and add parts to the Hot List if needed.
• Routinely interfaces and collaborates with internal departments: Master Planning, Production Control, Inventory, Receiving and Shipping, Engineering, and Customer Service to make sure the needs of our internal customers are met.
• Submit Request for Quotes to potential suppliers, evaluate and negotiate the establish price to purchase the best quality parts at an acceptable price point and the most reliable delivery.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL LEAD DUTIES:

• Review supplier contracts based on competence, competitive standing, and alignment with company vision; maintain cost control and drive cost reduction
• Attend daily cross-functional team meetings and support parts flow to operations; responsible for resolution of escalated supplier issue
• 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
• Participate in or may lead cross-functional and key projects such as e-commerce, product development, spend/cost reduction analysis, etc.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead a small team of 1 - 2 individuals.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Purchasing/materials certification preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ·

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Business degree or purchasing/materials certification preferred

Experience and Skills

• Experience in purchasing or materials planning preferred.
• Data entry and bill of materials experience.
• MRP experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills with experience in Windows-based environment.
• Proficient with databases and MS Office, including Excel and Word.
• Proven ability to accurately work with detailed records while consistently meeting deadlines.

Physical Requirements:

To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, an individual must be willing and able to

• have full range of body movement: head, neck, shoulders; lift arms overhead; work overhead; good dexterity and range of movement in fingers and hands.
• sit at a desk or computer for extended periods of time.
• stand on feet for at least three hours.
• dial, hear and respond to telephone calls.

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:

Alliance