Expeditor

Komatsu; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Vacation time

Employee assistance programs

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Learning and development

Job summary

Komatsu is seeking an Expeditor in Peoria, IL to coordinate procurement and expediting of parts, ensuring availability to meet demand and minimize backorders. The role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with ERP systems, and collaboration with planners and suppliers to optimize lead times.

The position is onsite in Peoria, offering exposure to a global manufacturing leader and opportunities to impact supplier performance and inventory management within a robust benefits program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree a plus.
• Extreme sense of urgency and strong organizational/follow-up skills.
• Experience with logistics data systems and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Expedite suppliers to maintain adequate inventory for requirements.
• Identify root causes of delays and drive improvements with suppliers.
• Research options to improve delivery dates and meet backorder goals.
• Decide on alternate sources to resolve backorders and avoid stockouts.
• Assess supplier overtime and pricing to optimize assets usage.
• Collaborate with planners for proactive coverage of demand and firm orders.

Skills

Urgency & organization

Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Supplier communication

Logistics data systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Baan

PWINS

Inventory Planning System

PIPS

PREPS

CSS

Job description

Job Description

Expeditor

Posting Start Date: 9/1/26

Job Location (Short): Peoria, Illinois, USA, 61639

Requisition ID: 36823

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Provides the resource to procure and expedite the delivery of parts to support expected demand and replenishment requirements to improve overall availability and minimize backorder status.

Responsible for expediting non-stock and stock backorders as well as ensuring adequate inventory levels to meet distributor requirements. Accountability to identify supplier deficiencies and recommend actions for improvement to team management, including supplier leadtime inaccuracies and any other issues that may affect overall availability goals. Responsible for achieving supplier performance metrics and making fact-based decisions on supplier overtime as well as managing a proportional share of premium freight budget. Additional responsibility to collaborate with planners to ensure pro-active coverage of expected requirements including demand, kits, firm future orders.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Aggressively expedite suppliers to ensure adequate inventory levels are in place to support DB requirements and department goals.
• Identify supplier deficiencies through "5 Why" root cause analysis and recommend actions for improvement including supplier meetings, visits, etc. to team management.
• Routinely research all options available for improvement of delivery dates to meet the requirements.
• Analyze and make decisions on alternate sources of supply, i.e. Komatsu affiliates, surplus, dealer inventory, etc. to ensure prompt resolution of backorders and avoid stock out situations at PDC.
• Effectively analyze and make sound business decisions concerning supplier overtime, minimum order requirements, quantity pricing, etc. to ensure best utilization of company assets.
• Actively participate in team meetings and offer suggestions for process improvements.
• If assigned, responsibility for expediting and managing core return for remanufactured product to support KAC Reman business.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Seasoned general business or industry experience. High school diploma required. College degree a plus.
• Extreme sense of urgency and outstanding organizational and follow-up skills.
• Personally accountable and welcomes responsibility.
• Functional level skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate orally effectively and professionally and in written form with suppliers and internal functions within KAC.
• Prior experience with logistics data systems and the ability to quickly develop deep working knowledge of internal systems such as PIPS, PREPS, CSS and SAP as well as manufacturing computer systems such as Baan, PWINS, Inventory Planning System, etc.
• General knowledge of manufacturing processes a plus.

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $44,600 - $52,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affiantive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.