Hybrid Buyer & Planner II — Supply Chain Optimizer

Komatsu America Corp.; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k savings program

Vacation and designated holidays

Employee assistance programs

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. is seeking a Buyer/Planner II to plan, procure, and manage materials for the Loading Business Unit, coordinating with suppliers via SAP to meet due dates and prevent production stoppages. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to control costs and optimize inventory.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, a related degree, and proficiency with ERP systems. This hybrid role offers growth and exposure to continuous improvement initiatives across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations or Business is highly preferred. An Associate degree in combination with relevant experience in Purchasing, Materials, or Engineering background with a specialized knowledge on a focused group of commodities can also be considered.
• 2+ years of relevant working experience.
• Experience working in an ERP environment (SAP a plus). MS Office exposure/aptitude.
• Ability to make decisions and solve practical problems with a variety of variables in situations where standardization may be limited.
• Self-driven, results oriented, and motivated to work effectively without direct supervision.
• Ability to interpret technical data and a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong Analytical/critical thinking skills to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong relational skills, ability to work with all departments, fosters teamwork and a positive work environment.
• CPIM, CSCP or CPM Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Planning, creation and communication of purchase orders to external suppliers based on customer demands loaded in SAP.
• Manage supplier performance. Drive supplier recovery back in line with KPI metrics when necessary.
• Resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies including pricing, quantity, and shipping/receiving issues.
• Review supplier performance issues. Drive supplier recovery back in line with KPI metrics.
• Coordinate the disposition of rejected parts in a prompt /cost effective manner. Recover associated costs from rejected materials and warranty items COPQ.
• Maintain and control material costs. Provide support to cost reduction teams.
• Ensure adherence to existing supplier contracts as directed by senior personnel.
• Initiate requests for product development and support ERN/ECN process and the flow of information.
• Support supplier development to improve quality, delivery, and reduce TCO/TLC. Provide direction and support to build supplier relationships with a long-term approach.
• Drive Supply Chain programs (Consignment, Kanban, JIT, VMI, etc.).
• Support new product development and automation initiatives. Creation and analysis of reports as needed by management.
• Utilize knowledge of purchasing techniques, industry advances, related laws (domestic and international), understanding of currency exchange rates and international freight terms.
• Act as a change agent for initiating continuous improvement and creatingefficiencies though process improvement.
• Leverage knowledge and support of current business strategies and market inventory initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Teamwork

Self-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Business

Associate degree with relevant experience

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Komatsu America Corp. is seeking a Buyer/Planner II to plan, procure, and manage materials for the Loading Business Unit, coordinating with suppliers via SAP to meet due dates and prevent production stoppages. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to control costs and optimize inventory.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience, a related degree, and proficiency with ERP systems. This hybrid role offers growth and exposure to continuous improvement initiatives across