Barry-Wehmiller
Buyer II
Indianapolis, IN · Mid
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About the role
- Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries.
- Job Description: THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE LOCATED IN INDIANAPOLIS, IN.
- The Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing the supply of metals and metal components and/or other components used in OEM manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Issue purchase orders and manage order confirmations, lead times, and delivery schedules.
- Manage the firm and released purchase orders to ensure all confirmations and communications are attached.
- Coordinate the return of discrepant parts to the vendor and resolve any quality issues that may impact future production builds.
- This role ensures timely procurement of materials while balancing cost, quality, and supplier reliability to support production schedules and business objectives.
- The position works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to maintain supply continuity and support product development and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in OEM manufacturing.
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems and procurement processes.
- 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
- 3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing.
- Data entry and bill of materials experience.
- Strong MRP/ERP experience.
- Solid understanding of electronic components, lead times, and supply chain risks.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and engineering documentation.
Nice to have
- Experience sourcing metals and metal components.
- Experience working with industrial automation, machinery, or equipment manufacturing.
- Familiarity with electrical standards and component specifications.
- Experience supporting new product development or engineering change processes.
- Knowledge of global supply chains and international suppliers.
- 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
Skills
- Strong analytical skills.
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills with experience in Windows-based environment.
- Proficient with databases and MS Office, including Excel and Word.
- Demonstrated negotiation and supplier management skills.
Benefits
- Runs Crystal reports to analyze safety stock and determine appropriate levels and buy according to replenishment guidelines and company policy.
- Create and issue purchase orders to suppliers within lead time and expedite if needed for both production and stock parts.
Company info
- 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:
- THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE LOCATED IN INDIANAPOLIS, IN.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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