Job Description
Buyer
Posting Start Date: 8/11/25
Job Location (Short): Longview, Texas, USA, 75603
Requisition ID: 33774
Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position
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Job Overview We are currently hiring a Buyer to support our Longview, TX operations . This position is responsible for supplier selection and procurement functions directly associated with the needs for materials and services. These products and services are to be secured at cost, quality, and delivery competitive levels consistent with Company policy and performance standards. This position is further responsible for the timely planning, manufacturing scheduling and inventory control of the products manufactured by Komatsu.
Key Job Responsibilities Work SAFE and be an advocate for Safety.
- Planning and procuring materials to support OEM and Aftermarket sales. Ensure orders are received to quality specifications from suppliers on the required due dates through expediting and overall order management to prevent production stoppages and workforce downtime.
- Maintain and control material costs. Provide support to cost reduction teams. Adherence to existing supplier contracts as directed by senior personnel.
- Review and resolve supplier performance issues. Creation of purchase orders to external suppliers.
- Maintains suppler information records, lead-times, source list, material master data, purchase orders and MRP related settings.
- Resolve purchase order and invoice discrepancies including pricing, quantity and/or shipping/receiving issues. Initiate requests for product development and support ERN/ECN process and the flow of information.
- Supplier development to improve quality, delivery, and reduce total cost of ownership. Provide direction and support to build supplier relationships with a long-term approach.
- Coordinate and disposition rejected parts in a prompt /cost effective manner to prevent production stoppages and workforce downtime. Recover associated costs from rejected materials and warranty items COPQ.
- Ensure orders are received from suppliers on the specified due dates through expediting and overall purchase order management including management of MRP messages to prevent production stoppages and workforce downtime.
- Support compliance initiatives (ex. NAFTA and Country of Origin collection, Conflict Minerals compliance, UK Modern Slavery, etc.).Creation and analysis of reports as specified by management.
Qualifications/Requirements - Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Operations or Business. An Associate's degree in combination with relevant experience and training will be considered.
- Must possess analytical/critical thinking skills CPIM, CSCP or CPM Certification a plus Experience 1 -3 years of relevant working experience.
- Experience working in an ERP environment (SAP a plus) MS Office aptitude, Professional and Positive attitude.
- Strong relational skills, ability to work with all departments, fosters teamwork and a positive work environment.
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
Additional Information Hiring Range At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $NA. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment At Komatsu we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. We are authentic, ambitious, and innovative in our pursuit of Diversity & Inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
Company Information 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. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, be a part of something big and join a team that is shaping the world!
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