Inventory Planner

Komatsu America Corp.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Komatsu America Corp. in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Inventory Planning professional to drive enterprise inventory strategies using SAP S/4HANA, CDK, CTS, and the Supply Chain Control Tower.

The role focuses on optimizing service levels, stock availability, and working capital across North America. The candidate will analyze demand, fleet data, lead times, and project requirements to develop stocking strategies.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Inventory Control, or Purchasing is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP planning systems, analytics platforms, and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate a Zero Harm culture by maintaining a safe workplace and promoting continuous improvement in EH&S performance.
• Develop and execute inventory planning strategies to maximize service, availability, and working capital across SAP, CDK, and regional distribution operations.
• Utilize SAP S/4HANA, CDK, CTS, Planning Model, and the Supply Chain Control Tower to optimize enterprise inventory planning.
• Leverage historical demand, fleet population, customer projects, and lead times to improve fill rate and operational performance.
• Identify inventory risks and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Power BI and Palantir.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Materials Management

Bachelor's degree in Inventory Control

Bachelor's degree in Purchasing

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

CDK

CTS

Planning Model

Power BI

Palantir

Warehouse Management

Job description

Job Location (Short): Mesa, Arizona, USA, 85210-6105

Requisition ID: 36504

Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big!

Job Overview

Key Job Responsibilities

• Cultivate a collaborative Zero Harm culture by maintaining a safe workplace, identifying hazards, and promoting continuous improvement in environmental, health, and safety performance.
• Develop and execute inventory planning strategies that maximize customer service, inventory availability, and working capital performance by balancing service requirements with inventory investment across SAP, CDK, and regional distribution operations.
• Develop, execute, and continuously optimize enterprise inventory planning strategies utilizing SAP S/4HANA, CDK, CTS, Komtrax, Planning Model, and the Supply Chain Control Tower.
• Leverage historical demand, fleet population, customer projects, equipment utilization, lead times, and predictive analytics to develop inventory stocking strategies that improve inventory health, fill rate, and operational performance.
• Support enterprise planning initiatives including: Inventory Planning, Component Exchange Program (CEP), Major Component Planning, Used Equipment, Strategic Projects
• Utilize advanced analytics, Power BI, Palantir, and the Supply Chain Control Tower to identify inventory risks, optimize planning decisions, improve reporting visibility, and drive continuous improvement initiatives supporting enterprise planning objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting inventory planning within SAP S/4HANA, CDK, CTS, Planning Model, and the Supply Chain Control Tower.
• Support standardization of enterprise planning processes, planning governance, master data integrity, and inventory planning methodologies across Komatsu North America.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Able to work onsite in Mesa, AZ
• Four-year degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Inventory Control, or Purchasing is preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience in inventory planning, supply chain planning, materials management, manufacturing, distribution, or enterprise planning environments with demonstrated experience utilizing ERP planning systems, analytics platforms, and business intelligence tools.
• Strong analytical skills, along with excellent interpersonal communication and organization skills are required
• Proficiency in MS Office applications is required
• Working knowledge of CDK/SAP and Warehouse Management is preferred
• APICS Certification is a plus

Additional Information

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose.We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!