Procurement Specialist - Demand & Supplier Relations

Kimball Electronics; Iowa; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimball Electronics seeks a procurement specialist to support demand reviews, respond to shortage notices, and negotiate terms with suppliers. You will work with planners, program management, and strategic sourcing to ensure timely buys and continuous improvement in pricing, delivery, and service.

You will gain exposure to Aera and SAP systems, develop cost-saving opportunities, and help manage material availability while aligning with KEJ supply chain strategies.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal/communication skills and professionalism required.
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• Confidentiality and adaptability essential.
• Able to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Proactive and ownership mindset; strong Excel data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with buy actions using Aera portal and SAP.
• Understand KEJ supply chain strategies.
• Navigate SAP and Aera to complete weekly buys.
• Aim for PPV gains and process improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Open-minded

Self-motivated

Assertive

Team player

Prioritization

Adaptability

Audience communication

SAP MRP

Aera portal

Supply chain

Problem solving

CPIM/CSCP cert

Excel

Education

CPIM/CSCP certification preferred

Tools

SAP MRP

Aera portal

Job description

Kimball Electronics seeks a procurement specialist to support demand reviews, respond to shortage notices, and negotiate terms with suppliers. You will work with planners, program management, and strategic sourcing to ensure timely buys and continuous improvement in pricing, delivery, and service.

You will gain exposure to Aera and SAP systems, develop cost-saving opportunities, and help manage material availability while aligning with KEJ supply chain strategies.