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KOMATSU AMERICA CORP Timberpro Buyer in SHAWANO, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, includingTimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton. Job Overview TimberPro is part of the Komatsu group of companies and due to the growth of the Komatsu Forest division, we are looking to add a Buyer to the team. The Buyer is responsible for the planning and procurement of materials to support short-term OE and Aftermarket sales for our TimberPro products. This employee will ensure orders are received to quality specifications from suppliers on the required due dates through expediting and overall order management to prevent production stoppages and workforce downtime.Additionally, the Buyer will visit the shop floor to conduct review of the production master schedule and assess inventory needs as relates to production levels. Key Job Responsibilities Purchases assigned production and after-market parts in the required quality and quantity to meet customer requirements. Meets all delivery goals and provide proper inventory levels of required parts and components to meet planned production schedule while considering excess and obsolescence inventory levels. Provides support to the Buyer-Planner in purchasing and forecasting. Utilizes the Master Schedule to ensure materials are procured on the appropriate timeline. Conducts root cause analysis, establish counter measures, and maintain performance metrics to achieve business plan objectives. Create, manage, and refine forecasting methods for TimberPro Products. Qualifications/Requirements Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor\'s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field. Minimum requirement five (5) years of Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment. Must possess analytical/critical thinking skills. Proficient with MS Office applications Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Experience with Infor Syteline or XA is a plus, but not required. Strong written and verbal communication skills. CPIM, CSCP or CPM Certification a plus. Up to... For full info follow application link. Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/CBB1B4DDF72E400C
