Buyer - Spares

KONE • Moline, IL

3d • $68,800 - $94,600 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Buyer, you will help maintain inventory availability and support operational and customer demands. You will manage purchasing requirements, schedule and monitor deliveries, maintain supplier and product data, and identify sourcing solutions to meet business needs. The role requires supplier relationship management, effective communication, and negotiation skills to secure favorable terms while ensuring reliable supply and service performance.

The Buyer works with suppliers and internal stakeholders across purchasing, Sales, Finance, Technical Product Services, and Warehouse Operations. The position supports continuous improvement, product integrity, and customer satisfaction while maintaining accurate purchasing and product information in SAP.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of strategic purchasing experience.
• Manufacturing and/or material management experience.
• SAP experience.
• Working knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft products.
• Strong interpersonal communication and team-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Learning agility to work across multiple processes and sources of information.
• Working knowledge of and ability to read and interpret engineering documents.
• Experience building cost models and cost analysis reports.
• Ability to compile technical documentation and prepare requests for quotes.
• Bachelor's degree (BA) from a four-year college/university or BSEET degree.

Nice To Haves

• Purchasing Management Association APP/CPM certificate.

Responsibilities

• Review and process purchase requisitions generated through Material Requirements Planning (MRP) to ensure timely procurement of materials and products.
• Manage supplier purchase orders and coordinate product deliveries to meet operational requirements and customer demand.
• Monitor and adjust reorder points, safety stock parameters, and lead times in SAP to maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Expedite, prioritize, and track incoming shipments, maintain accurate records, and communicate delivery status to internal stakeholders.
• Support special product requests from Centralized Purchasing Program (CPP) and Sales teams by researching product specifications, evaluating equipment listings, and identifying sourcing solutions.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), evaluate supplier responses, negotiate pricing when appropriate, and enter quotation details into SAP.
• Create and maintain part load sheets and related purchasing documentation.
• Maintain accurate product, supplier, and pricing information in SAP through regular updates and data maintenance.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers, Finance, and internal departments.
• Participate in supplier performance evaluations and business reviews to support quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Cross-train with team members to provide operational support and maintain continuity during absences or workload fluctuations.
• Manage returns and disposition of damaged or defective products by investigating issues, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams, and communicating outcomes to CPP and Sales partners.
• Collaborate with Technical Product Services (TPS), Warehouse Operations, and other cross-functional teams to support product integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Maintain strong supplier and internal stakeholder relationships and support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• 401K employer match
• 401K employer non-elective contribution
• Well-being program
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Digital health solutions and telehealth
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Family and medical leave
• Parental leave
• Leave to care for a domestic partner
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Buy-up long-term disability
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity and accident insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Legal insurance
• KONE Credit Union
• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• KONE Annual Bonus plan at 10% target incentive, based on company and individual goals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior