Buyer Planner - Springfield, OH

At Konecranes, we believe that great customer experience is built on the people behind the Konecranes name. Everything we do, we do with passion and drive. We believe diversity drives business success and is the foundation for our growth. We welcome different backgrounds and skills that enrich our community, and we promote a place where we can ALL be ourselves. This is what makes Konecranes a unique place to work.

JOB POSITION SUMMARY 

The Buyer/Planner role is responsible to purchase parts and obtain quotes from both internal and external suppliers. This role works to identify and best utilize a network of preferred and approved suppliers by working with Global Sourcing Department. The Buyer Planner evaluates effectiveness of suppliers in terms of pricing, on-time delivery, performance, and quality.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain quotations, prices, and deliver times from both internal and external suppliers. 

• Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine compatibility with company objectives. 

• Coordinate purchasing activities with other departments to maintain inventory at planned levels.  Evaluate inventory levels and adjust order requirements accordingly. 

• Review opportunities for new supply sources and suitability of materials offered. 

• Create Purchase Orders and maintain purchasing data in SAP. 

• Work with suppliers to resolve non-conforming product issues and expedite orders.   

• Approve invoices for payment and reconcile receipt and invoice discrepancies.   

• Work with Global Sourcing to identify and best utilize a network of Preferred and Approved suppliers. 

• Identify and implement cost saving initiatives.   

• Evaluate effectiveness of suppliers in terms of pricing, on time delivery performance, and quality. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:  

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.  

• Knowledge SAP system and associated purchasing and inventory modules. 

• Knowledge of Manufacturing processes and ability to read blueprints is preferred. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 

• Three or more years of buying experience in a manufacturing environment. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  

• Up to 10% travel required

What we offer:

 Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!

Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.

Sick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year

Konecranes moves what matters. Konecranes is a global leader in material handling solutions, serving a broad range of customers across multiple industries. We consistently set the industry benchmark, from everyday improvements to the breakthroughs at moments that matter most, because we know we can always find a safer, more productive and sustainable way. That's why, with 16 000+ professionals in over 50 countries, we are trusted every day to lift, handle and move what the world needs.

Konecranes is committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly in an environment which is free from any form of discrimination. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.

Konecranes, Inc. and its affiliates will not accept resumes from external recruiters or agencies without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission. Any resumes sent without a Service Agreement and Agency Portal submission with Konecranes, Inc. are void of any fees and free for internal use. Applicable Konecranes data protection obligations are the responsibility of the agency.