What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Agent position at Kubota?
Join Kubota as a Purchasing Analyst – Drive Smart Sourcing and Supplier Success!
Are you passionate about sourcing the best materials efficiently while building strong supplier partnerships? At Kubota, our Purchasing Analysts play a pivotal role in ensuring we procure quality parts and materials economically to support our innovative products and production goals.
What You’ll Do:
As a Purchasing Analyst, you will be at the heart of Kubota’s supply chain success. Your key responsibilities include:
New Model & Sourcing Execution
- Lead exciting new model sourcing projects—from identifying suppliers and analyzing pricing to supporting design reviews and tooling development.
- Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend the best sourcing strategies.
- Visit suppliers regularly to assess capabilities, review quality, delivery, and cost (QCD) performance, and uncover new sourcing opportunities aligned with our business objectives.
Supplier Management & Performance
- Monitor supplier performance continuously, ensuring timely delivery, top-notch quality, and competitive costs.
- Help onboard new suppliers, verify qualifications, and ensure they comply with Kubota’s procurement standards.
- Solve supply chain challenges proactively by expediting critical components and collaborating closely with suppliers and internal teams like Quality, Planning, and R&D.
Cost Management & Negotiation
- Drive cost-saving initiatives through value analysis and skillful negotiation.
- Manage pricing agreements and maintain up-to-date price records.
- Stay ahead of market trends and supply risks to keep purchasing strategies sharp and responsive.
Data Integrity & Systems Management
- Keep our ERP/MRP systems accurate and current with purchasing data, supplier info, and cost files.
- Track and report on key performance indicators like cost savings and supplier delivery.
- Support audits and compliance efforts to ensure procurement excellence.
Inventory & Production Support
- Optimize inventory levels by reviewing safety stock and lead times.
- Collaborate in cross-functional meetings to align purchasing with production and engineering changes.
What We’re Looking For:
To thrive in this role, you should bring:
- Strong problem-solving skills and clear communication.
- A commitment to quality and technical knowledge related to the commodities you’ll manage.
- Experience building relationships and making informed decisions.
- Proficiency in MS Office and a solid understanding of purchasing principles.
- Familiarity with Kubota products and markets is a plus.
- Previous purchasing or buying experience is highly valued.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of relevant purchasing experience.
- Equivalent job-related experience, military service, or certifications are also considered.
Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Ability to work in extreme heat and cold. Ability to work in a loud environment.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the team member must be able to sit at a computer station and work area, as well as walk throughout the manufacturing floor. The role requires frequent visits to both the Manufacturing and Warehouse environments. Additionally, the team member must possess the ability to navigate various office and industrial settings effectively.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be an integral part of Kubota’s supply chain team, driving innovation, cost efficiency, and supplier excellence. Ready to make an impact? Join us!