Purchasing Administrator

Purchasing AdministratorKawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A seeks a full-time Purchasing Administrator in our Consumer Products division at the manufacturing facility in Lincoln, NE. Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Responsibilities of Purchasing Administrator can include:Prepare reports to update management and effected parties concerning the status of procurement related issues.Manage Supplier Portal. Liaison for Supplier, Purchasing and IT related questions or concerns.Resolve ecommerce related issues.Create queries to extract required data from operating systems.Communicate with internal and external parties to answer questions, disseminate or explain information.Plan, schedule and coordinate projects. Represent Purchasing in Project related meetings. Partner with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.Gather and analyze data for reportingMaintain database systems required to track Purchasing Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data.Assist in development, design and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.Maintain compliance with document retention policy.Handle mass communication with Suppliers via mail or Supplier portal.Manage special projects: update Supplier manual, continuous improvement to current tools, etc.Qualifications for Purchasing Administrator:Bachelor's Degree with two years of related purchasing or manufacturing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately andConfidentiality – The behavior of not disclosing proprietary or personal employee information to any sources within the organization or outside theCustomer-Oriented – Customer orientation implies a desire to serve our customers by focusing effort on meeting the customer's needs, understanding their concerns, and seeking to buildDetail-Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project orGather, Analyze, and Report information – Observing, receiving or otherwise obtaining information from all available resources. Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts within the information to provide meaningful results for the givenLanguage Skills – Must be able to speak and understand English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively one-on-one or to groups, as necessary.Multi-tasking – Able to handle multiple tasks and competing demands; sets priorities and ensures all issues are addressed; develops realistic action plans while being sensitive to time constraints and resourceStrategic Planning – Ability to develop a vision for the future and create a culture in which the long range goals can beTechnology – Increased knowledge, application and research of technology in the use of manufacturing, work management and environmentalPerks for Purchasing Assistant:Great work culture with career growth potentialExcellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), and many morePaid holidays, educational reimbursement, and flexible spending account availableEmployee discount for purchase of company productsCompany fitness center and wellness program availableEmployee discount to select local daycare providersEducational and relocation reimbursements availableKawasaki, working as one for the good of the planet. We are the Kawasaki Group, a global technology leader with diverse integrated strengths. We create new value for a better environment and a brighter future for generations to come.We value each of our employees and support efforts to use their talents and abilities in full. We respect diversity and strive to build a workplace in which all employees can live up to their full potential.Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp., U.S.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who complies with all Federal, State and Local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.