Purchasing Agent – New Berlin, WI

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Title: Purchasing Agent – New Berlin, WI
Start Date: 21 sept. 2024 Country: United States Location: New Berlin,
WI, United States Employment Type: Undefined term Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time Workplace: On-site Description: 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: PURCHASING AGENT What
we offer : Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a
match from day one, profit sharing, 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 Job
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the Purchasing Agent (PA) will
include, but not be limited to the following daily, weekly, monthly and
annual activities. The PA is assigned specific commodities they will
be responsible for. The PA is responsible for communicating all
component requirements to the potential supply sources, assuring strict
conformance to Konecranes product specifications and quality program.
Working with internal and external functional groups is required to
assure timelines, cost structure, contractual obligations and all
manufacturing/engineering needs are realized. Responsible for sourcing
and negotiating the most favorable overall “value” and lead-time
without compromising quality or customer requirements. Responsible for
a thorough review and comparison of all major quoting activity to
project and sales estimates to assure margins and impacts are realized
and communicated when and to whom necessary. Perform continuous system
maintenance at the part number, supplier, and PA levels to assure system
integrity is intact and information is correct for all viewers.
Responsible for daily review of open purchase requisitions and
sourcing material to sources with the required capabilities, capacity
and quality program required for a demanding market. Obtain quotes for
other functional groups such as Design Engineering, Application
Engineering and Service Group as needed. Act on system generated
material exceptions, expediting, delaying or cancelling on-order
material as necessary, and communicating results to the required group
or individual. Write and document work instructions for our ERP system
(SAP) as well as general work-flow to allow continuous improvement.
Meet all annual goals and objectives assigned by the Purchasing
Manager, with constant communication throughout the calendar year. Goals
and Objectives can and will be adjusted where and when necessary. 5
Years working experience within a Procurement role is required, working
with commodity based buying and one-off quantities. Associates or higher
college degree preferred but not required. Ability to read engineering
drawings/blueprints is required. Knowledge and understanding of heavy
steel and associated processes including welding, machining, etc.
EDUCATION: Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business
Administration, Engineering or related discipline strongly preferred.
EXPERIENCE: One to three years of Purchasing related experience
required. OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: KCN
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 Agree ent 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. 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. Thats 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. Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Other Protected Category.
PI251478355 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
https://www.click2apply.net/5G46OGtYo2NdNsbr2Cgwmw This job is with a
Native American tribal business or is located on tribally owned lands.
Laws governing employment may differ from the State of Wisconsins. You
may wish to discuss this with the employer before accepting the
position.