Procurement Agent

Kubota Corporation•Gainesville, GA

43d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of relevant purchasing experience.
Equivalent job-related experience, military service, or certifications are also considered.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Kubota products and markets is a plus.
Previous purchasing or buying experience is highly valued.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
Optimize inventory levels by reviewing safety stock and lead times.
Collaborate in cross-functional meetings to align purchasing with production and engineering changes.