Strategic Technical Buyer — SAP & Global Sourcing

Keb-America,-Inc.-1; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KEB America, Inc. seeks a Technical Buyer to source and procure technical components, materials, and services to support manufacturing and operations.

You will work with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Suppliers to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality and driving continuous improvements. You will evaluate supplier pricing, lead times, and performance, set up data in SAP, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with internal departments to secure materials and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related discipline (highly preferred).
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure technical components, raw materials, assemblies, equipment and services for operational requirements.
• Evaluate supplier pricing, lead times, performance and capacity for reliable supply.
• Set up and maintain main data in SAP
• Generate, create, alter, and cancel purchase orders
• Obtain PO confirmations from suppliers to SAP
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal departments for direct or indirect material
• Determine whether air or sea freight is necessary for international vendors
• Obtain quotes for and source items/services
• Update POs with inbound goods status to KEB America
• Assist with inventory management
• Follow up on or expedite purchase orders
• Create and update vendor information
• Assist in part change/new part creation
• Purchasing/procurement/planning projects as assigned
• Follow safety rules and keep a clean/orderly workspace
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Independent work

Safety rules

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Minimum 3+ years of experience in related field

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

Job description

KEB America, Inc. seeks a Technical Buyer to source and procure technical components, materials, and services to support manufacturing and operations.

You will work with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Suppliers to ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality and driving continuous improvements. You will evaluate supplier pricing, lead times, and performance, set up data in SAP, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with internal departments to secure materials and