Buyer/Procurement - Immediate Start

Purchasing Coordinator (37023)

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To develop and maintain suppliers for all production parts in accordance to quality, cost and delivery requirements and to ensure continuous improvement of QDC, while reducing purchased – part cost by continually identifying and implementing cost reduction measures with suppliers and controlling inventory to meet current target levels – all the while adhering to the mandated goal to produce machines which meet or exceed the requirements of the design specification.

Follow up on orders to ensure that the materials are shipped and delivered as promised to avoid expediting and any production downtime.

Maintain records of all purchase order and associated documents for all processes and maintain knowledge on all open orders and its status and provide assistance to all purchasing staff and manage all calls for purchasing and delivery schedule.

Coordinates and decides disposition of rejected parts in a prompt/cost effective manner to prevent production stoppages and workforce downtime

and Warehouse in resolving unpaid invoices due to pricing and/or receiving discrepancies.

Notify Purchasing Supervisor / Purchasing Manager immediately upon notice of a potential parts issue that may impact the production line.

Maintain the accuracy of all databases and spreadsheets

Attend production and material review meetings when required

BS degree in Business, Engineering or related field and 1-3 years materials experience, - OR - 2 years college and 5-7 years manufacturing experience working with materials (purchasing, planning, warehouse, - OR 9-11 years manufacturing experience working with materials (purchasing, planning, warehouse).

Excellent computer skills including Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word.

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. Komatsu is a world leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment. Founded in 1921, Komatsu has a long history of quality, reliability, innovation, and excellence. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu facilities, distributors and dealers are in more than 140 countries and employ more than 60,000 people. Komatsu offers a diverse and challenging work environment, where you can grow your skills and career, and contribute to a sustainable, clean-energy future.