Buyer, Direct Purchasing

SUMMARY

Responsible for efficiently purchasing materials and services, managing supplier performance, controlling costs, and ensuring accurate order fulfillment while supporting manufacturing operations and complying with quality, safety, and company standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Manages internal purchase requisitions across the NAM region for business unit Robotics
• Purchase direct and/or indirect materials & services in alignment with business requirements
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations, negotiate pricing and lead times as required in order to meet delivery requirements
• Track and document cost savings, sourcing decisions, and audit documentation
• Review invoices, resolve discrepancies, and support Accounts Payable as needed
• Maintain vendor records, pricing agreements, and documentation for audit readiness
• Monitor existing purchase orders and routine follow up with approved vendors
• Support inventory control efforts to ensure subsidiary inventory forecast levels are achieved
• Maintain supplier and purchasing data in ERP systems
• Coordinate supplier onboarding and qualification in compliance with company procedures
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Finance, Quality, and Logistics
• Participates in Quality meetings regarding process flow and efficiency issues in the Sales and Order processing related areas

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in an operations discipline (e.g. Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering)
• 4 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent knowledge of computers and applications, including experience with SAP Ariba, SAP ERP (P80 / S‑4HANA)
• SharePoint required to support purchasing workflows, supplier management, and documentation.

KUKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.