About Us: BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and 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:Who You’ll Work WithAs an independent division within Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Inc., ControlTech Automation (CTA) is a control panel integrator and fabricator for process, packaging, utility, and other industries. CTA is based in St. Louis and specializes in control panels for systems integrators and production facilities located throughout the United States. CTA can provide control solutions for a single piece of equipment, an entire process, or a complete plant. CTA has engineering design capabilities or will build panels from customer-supplied design packages.When you join ControlTech Automation as a Buyer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth.This is a contract opportunity with the possibility of extension based on business needs and performance.What You’ll DoSupply organization with project material and freight cost estimatesMonitor and fulfill purchase requests within timely mannerAnalyze offers for best delivery outcome and costs savings opportunitiesActively work with suppliers and project team to resolve issuesReview and maintain reporting on delivery commitmentsFollow up directly with suppliers and project team on outstanding items for resolutionReport supplier performance and delivery to appropriate teamUtilize purchasing system to facilitate change ordersWork with suppliers and project team to coordinate returns and warranty exchangesProvide Accounts Payable with information to resolve invoicing discrepanciesDeliver complete and accurate communication on order finalization and delivery concernsCharge time towards appropriate project budgetProject-related travel up to 10% may be requiredWhat You’ll BringBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or similar field preferred0-2 years of experience in a Buyer or Purchasing Agent roleWorking knowledge of MS Office Suite and purchasing softwareExperience negotiating prices, terms, and conditionsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills requiredAt 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: Design Group
