Buyer II

About Komline

 As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

This Opportunity

Recognized as the leader in providing the highest quality coolant filtration products and services, we proudly serve the US automotive, aerospace, agriculture, and general machine tool industries. Uniquely positioned in our ability to produce large central systems for an entire plant down to individual filters for a single cutting machine on the floor, our proprietary filtration and cooling technologies come second to none. 

Having a strong background in manufacturing, the Buyer II will manage procurement activities, vendor relations, and materials planning. The Buyer II will play a critical role in ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of raw materials, components, and services essential to the production operations. The Buyer II will also be responsible for purchasing products, goods, and materials to support the operations, customer service, and sales teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and purchase raw materials, components, and supplies in alignment with production needs
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams on product launches and supplier development
• Track and report on procurement KPIs, lead times, cost savings, and vendor compliance
• Prepare and issue purchase orders, RFQs, and contracts
• Recording purchase order acknowledgments and updating PO discrepancies
• Expediting and performing procurement activities to ensure the organization's current and anticipated demand for products and materials (stock and non-stock) are met and in alignment with purchasing strategies
• Developing an effective and accurate system for monitoring purchase orders
• Working within the management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders and report any back ordered or missing products
• Assisting buyers with maintaining inventory levels and materials on a regular basis
• Effectively communicating with the management team to ensure all orders are accurate
• Monitor the quality and timeliness of products and materials supplied; may coordinate the return of damaged goods and/or replacement items
• Communicate with vendors to resolve problems with timeliness and product quality
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with suppliers, internal, and external customers
• Research and resolve account payables nonconformance with suppliers

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Supply Chain, Business, Finance, etc.) or equivalent experience
• Computer skills and aptitude to learn internal Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Inventory Management applications
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products
• Proficient Interpersonal ability to work with team members, clients, and suppliers
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Aptitude for basic calculations
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• 5 years of experience in the field of procurement 

Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO Employer- M/F/Vets/Disabled