Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Service Parts Value Stream Supply Chain Buyer

Responsible for buying/quoting duties for assigned salespeople on the Aftermarket Sales Team with a focus on speed to market.

• Initiate and evaluate quotations; seek and qualify new sources of supply; negotiate best overall price, delivery, service, and quality to support the Master Production Schedule and meet customer needs.
• Select, issue, and manage purchase contracts such as Purchase Orders and Schedule and Blanket Purchase/Price Agreements for materials and services.
• Assist in developing departmental goals, objectives, and budgets to support the corporate operating plan.
• Negotiate and create moderately complex supplier contracts, maintain cost control, and drive cost reduction.
• Select, develop, evaluate, and manage a quality supplier base using current supply management techniques.
• Promote supplier development and relationships to achieve long‑term mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Lead and assist in cost‑reduction initiatives with other departments, including engineering.
• Assist in developing short‑ and long‑range purchasing strategies to right‑size the supply base, reduce cost, and improve service to internal customers.
• Attend daily cross‑functional team meetings and support parts flow to operations; resolve escalated supplier issues.
• Participate in plant‑level quality objectives related 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 for the Master Production Schedule and customer service orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field OR two to five years of relevant experience.
• Purchasing Certification (CPSM) preferred but not required.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft F&O and/or experience in ERP systems.
• Strong negotiation skills with innovative value creation thinking.
• Team oriented mindset.
• Experience in lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.

• Customer Focus – Building strong customer relationships.
• Instills Trust – Gaining confidence and trust through honesty, integrity.
• Drives Results – Consistently achieving results under challenging circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively – Clear communication tailored to audience.
• Optimizes Work Processes – Efficient continuous improvement.
• Action Oriented – Quick decision making with high energy.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Makes timely, effective decisions.
• Manages Ambiguity – Operates effectively with uncertainty.

This position does not directly supervise other associates.

Typically seated and keyboarding for frequent computer use; may stand, walk, bend, reach; occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. Occasional exposure to machine shop hazards. Occasional air or car travel.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre‑employment screening, including drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening, and/or skills assessments.