Buyer

Company Description

Together with 7,300 colleagues at 49 locations in over 20 countries, we are the strategic lifecycle partner for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and food industries. With streamlined processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable solutions, we help our customers achieve their goals. Among other examples, we ensure that vaccines are safely filled and that pharmaceuticals are produced reliably and in compliance with regulations. We even help package your favorite chocolate and snacks quickly and with high precision.

Syntegon Packaging Technology, LLC based in New Richmond, Wisconsin is part of the Syntegon Group. We provide innovative, seamless, high-tech packaging solutions for the food industry. The location specializes in a range of packaging equipment solutions - like horizontal flow wrappers, bag closing and sealers, and robotic pick-place-machines. The city of New Richmond is known as "The City Beautiful". It is an easy and quick commute in both directions from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area and a short distance from Eau Claire, WI.

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Job Description

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing related to machine and parts procurement. Conducts analysis on best procurement solutions for continued improvements related to cost, quality, and delivery of parts. Ensures supplier performance through effective procurement planning and order status tracking.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue Purchase Orders to suppliers per system requirements and negotiated pricing per contracts and benchmarked quoting.
• Manage procurement tasks including order acknowledgements, SAP system updates, RFQ's, BOM's, and print packages for large projects.
• Track and report on supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery, late orders, and expedite requests.
• Review invoices for discrepancies and coordinate resolution with suppliers and accounting.
• Manage quality defect issues, supplier returns, and credits in coordination with PUQ.
• Identify and implement cost savings opportunities for catalog and drawing parts in collaboration with Central Purchasing and strategic partners.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing principles, disciplines, and techniques
• Ability to read and comprehend basic technical/engineering drawings
• Advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Able to function in a team environment
• Knowledge of production and processing inputs, outputs, raw materials, waste, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing their manufacture of goods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to understand mechanical manufacturing designs and controls for purchasing parts.
• Experience with SAP in manufacturing environment
• Previous experience procurement methodologies
• Hands-on operator, works with minimal supervision and able to develop and pursue processes/projects/tasks through to successful conclusion
• Ability to think strategically to new ideas of improved procurement planning to drive success
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers for basic pricing/stocking agreements and performance improvements.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business and/or equal value in work experience
• 3+ years in supply chain and/or manufacturing related environment

Additional Information

Starting range for this position is $85,000 annually. Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.

We Care about your Well-Being! At Syntegon, the welfare of our employees is a top priority.

That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and personal growth from day one, including:

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plans starting from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match to help you plan for the future.
• Financial Protection: Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, plus Life Insurance for your peace of mind.
• Career Growth: Education Assistance Program to support your continued learning and development.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy your personal time.
• Support When You Need It: Access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling and resources.

Join Syntegon and enjoy benefits that help you thrive both at work and beyond.

To ensure the protection of your personal data, we kindly ask you to apply exclusively through our online applicant management system — we're unable to consider applications sent by email or post.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.