What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Planner (Parts) - Salt Lake City, UT position at Komatsu America Corp.?
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Job Overview
Komatsu is seeking an analytical Inventory Planner to support one of the largest mining and construction equipment operations in North America at either our Salt Lake City, UT or Elko, NV facility. This onsite role is responsible for ensuring the right parts are available at the right location and the right time to support customer equipment uptime and operational success. Please note this is not a Manufacturing Planner role as those responsibilities greatly differ.
The Inventory Planner will manage inventory strategies across a broad portfolio of mining and construction equipment parts while collaborating closely with operations, parts leadership, account managers, warehouse teams, and executive leadership. This role is ideal for a data-driven professional who enjoys solving complex supply chain challenges and influencing business decisions through forecasting and analytics.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and execute inventory plans for construction and mining equipment product lines.
- Manage thousands of unique parts/materials across assigned product categories.
- Maintain regional inventory forecasts and demand plans
- Analyze large datasets to identify trends, forecast future demand, and optimize inventory levels.
- Collaborate with operations, rebuild teams, commercial teams, warehouse personnel, and leadership to align inventory strategies with customer demand.
- Monitor inventory performance and make recommendations to improve stocking strategies and customer service levels.
- Utilize ERP systems to manage planning activities, purchasing requirements, and replenishment processes.
- Partner with business analytics teams to develop and validate inventory and forecasting reports.
- Contribute to lifecycle demand planning, rebuild planning, major component planning, new product introductions, and other strategic inventory initiatives.
- Develop and execute inventory planning strategies that maximize customer service, inventory availability, and working capital performance by balancing service requirements with inventory investment across SAP, S/4HANA, CTS, CDK, and regional distribution operations.
- Leverage historical demand, fleet population, customer projects, equipment utilization, lead times, and predictive analytics to develop inventory stocking strategies that improve inventory health, fill rate, and operational performance.
- Support enterprise planning initiatives including: Inventory Planning, Component Exchange Program (CEP), Major Component Planning, Used Equipment, Strategic Projects
- Utilize advanced analytics, Power BI, Palantir, and the Supply Chain Control Tower to identify inventory risks, optimize planning decisions, improve reporting visibility, and drive continuous improvement initiatives supporting enterprise planning objectives.
- Serve as a subject matter expert supporting inventory planning within SAP S/4HANA, CDK, CTS, Planning Model, and the Supply Chain Control Tower.
- Support standardization of enterprise planning processes, planning governance, master data integrity, and inventory planning methodologies across Komatsu North America.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Must be willing and able to work a minimum of four days onsite, potentially five days based on business needs/priorities and management discretion.
- This position will be based out of Salt Lake City, UT or Elko, NV.
- Must be willing and able to travel at least 20% of the time mainly to the Elko, NV area and other locations when needed.
- Four-year degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Materials Management, Inventory Control, or Purchasing is preferred.
- A minimum of 5–10 years of supply chain experience including at least three years of direct demand or inventory planning responsibility. Demonstrated experience utilizing ERP planning systems, analytics platforms, and business intelligence tools is required.
- Strong analytical skills and have the ability to communicate effectively
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Advanced Excel proficiency including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, data validation and the analysis of large data sets required
- Working knowledge of CDK/SAP and Warehouse Management is preferred
- APICS Certification is a plus
To be successful in this role, the candidate must demonstrate the following and meet these performance expectations;
- The ability to work both independently and on a team.
- As an individual contributor you will enjoy problem solving, taking initiative and the ability to be empowered and expected to come with solutions and make recommendations
- Attention to detail is a must so you can assess trends and patterns where you can also leverage your critical thinking skills to make the connections and have a go forward approach
- Must be able to prioritize through time management while being highly organized
- This is a fast paced environment therefore being flexible, adaptable and the ability to work through ambiguity is key
- Continuous improvement with processes to ensure efficient business operations is key
Hiring Range
At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $78,500.00 - 100,000.00. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.
Company Benefits
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc.
- 401k and/or employee savings programs
- Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
- Employee and family assistance programs
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Employee learning and development programs
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
Company Information
Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company’s founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.
EEO Statement
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $78,500 - $100,000