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Founded in 1910, KONE (https://www.kone.com/en/) is a global leader that provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization that add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Our mission is to improve the flow of urban life and make our world’s cities better places to live by providing innovative solutions that help make people’s journeys safe, convenient and reliable. Our operations in over 60 countries around the world has helped us achieve our position as an innovation and sustainability (https://www.kone.com/en/sustainability/) leader with repeated recognitions by Forbes (https://www.forbes.com/companies/kone/?sh=3dd0aa0b7d27) , Corporate Knights for clean capitalism and others.

As our Buyer , you will perform purchasing functions and maintain daily business flow to support frontline and customer requirements. Process purchasing requirements, schedule and track deliveries, and maintain product & supplier documentation.

Essential Functions:

• Review and process purchasing requisitions generated by MRP.

• Prepare part load sheets and update product and pricing information records in SAP.

• Create and send out requests for quotes to supply base.

• Process and review quotes from suppliers and input information into SAP.

• Process invoice discrepancies and work to answer accounts payable questions.

• Prepare and conduct supplier reviews.

• Cross train with team members to support and fill-in as need arises.

• Expedite and prioritize deliveries per current requirements.

• Track shipping information and maintain record of incoming shipments.

• Additional duties as required by leadership.

Specific Knowledge, Skills & Behaviors:

1. SAP experience.

2. Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft products.

3. Strong interpersonal communication and team building skills.

4. Strong organizational skills, must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

5. Learning agility required for multiple processes and sources of information.

6. Working knowledge and ability to read and interpret engineering documents.

7. Experience in building out cost models and cost analysis reports.

8. Understand how to compile technical documentation and put together request for quotes.

You will bring 5+ years of strategic purchasing experience to our KONE family and an appetite for learning in an exciting new field. Bachelor's degree (BA) from a 4-year college/university or BSEET degree OR Purchasing Management Association (APP/CPM) certificate.

We have the courage to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because we believe diversity drives innovation (https://www.kone.com/en/sustainability/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) :

• We value your authentic self

• Diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values

• Collaborative, creative and supportive work environment

• Passionate about safety, quality and innovation

• We care about the communities where we live and work

Just some of our many benefits include:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work schedule

• Opportunities to learn and grow

• Matching 401K

• Comprehensive health and wellness plans for the entire family

• Paid holidays and paid time off

Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career (https://kone.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers) !

Annual Base Pay Range:

In a single location:

The hiring range for this role is $67,000 – $92,000. The compensation package offered will depend on their ability to meet the requirements of the role and a range of factors unique to each candidate, including their skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and location.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on www.kone.com/careers

Did you know KONE moves two billion people every day? As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, we employ over 60,000 driven professionals in more than 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared purpose, to shape the future of cities. In 2023, we had annual net sales of EUR 11.0 billion.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.