Strategic Sourcing Leader

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.

 

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:

As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and executing both near-term initiatives and long-term strategies that drive procurement excellence across a global framework. You’ll lead cross-functional sourcing efforts, guide policy implementation, and serve as the performance driver for your team—ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and continuous improvement goals.

This position requires a deep understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and a passion for fostering a culture of operational efficiency. Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain, you will collaborate across teams to champion sourcing best practices and deliver results that elevate cost-effectiveness, supplier performance, and procurement value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies that optimize supplier value and support business objectives

• Manage the RFP process from end to end, ensuring vendors meet expectations on cost, quality, inventory, and service

• Oversee contract negotiation and vendor relationship management, aligning performance with strategic goals

• Monitor supplier compliance, performance metrics, and contractual obligations to mitigate risk and maximize value

• Identify overlapping purchases across departments and leverage volume discounts to drive cost savings

• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and ethical sourcing standards

• Collaborate with technical buyers and engineers to identify new product needs and qualifying suppliers

• Lead and coach procurement professionals, fostering a team culture grounded in strategic thinking and continuous improvement

• Implement sourcing policies and KPIs to track progress toward savings goals and operational targets

• Apply Lean tools and methodologies to streamline procurement processes and support sustained performance improvements

• Ensure vendor product quality aligns with company standards and customer expectations

• Support category-specific sourcing initiatives (e.g., commodities, raw materials) as needed

• Perform other sourcing and procurement duties in alignment with department goals

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Management, or Business-related discipline

• 5–7 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing, production, or military environment

• 2–4 years of leadership experience in a similar setting, with proven ability to manage teams and cross-functional projects

Travel Requirement:

• 50-75% of domestic travel with occasional international travel

The approximate pay range for this position is $130,000 - 145,000 base salary plus additional discretionary incentive. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Our complete benefits package includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k plan with company match. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

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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:

BW Papersystems