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About IMT, an Oshkosh company

It takes many different people, skills and talents to keep Iowa Mold Tooling on the leading edge of our markets. IMT has evolved into a leading manufacturer of service vehicles and material handling systems. Our reputation for quality, value, and performance is evident in our products, which reach a worldwide market in the mining, construction, tire service, railroad, and utility industries. IMT products can be found practically everywhere, from Romanian coal mines to Indonesian oil fields to your local Goodyear dealer. Equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology and equipment and teams that are continually striving for new developments and refinements, IMT will continue to set a standard of excellence in the design, manufacturing, performance, and delivery of high-quality products.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Buyer/Purchasing Specialist role supports the purchasing and supply chain department areas of responsibility. It is primarily focused on coordinating purchasing activities. The typical role is responsible for daily coordination and administration of purchase transactions in support of business operations. The position has direct interface with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Process purchase order defers, expedites, cancellations.

• Develop and run reports for unacknowledged orders and past due order management.

• Conduct price analytics and update material cost standards and cost variances in ERP.

• Support supplier business review meetings to review and improve supplier performance.

• Issue RFQs and conduct initial review of supplier responses and execute bid list management activities.

• Execute supplier price changes, review price increase threats and support supplier negotiations.

• Execute supplier readiness for product launches in coordination with NPD.

• Expedite and conduct corrective action process for critical shortage purchasing issues.

• Support supply chain optimization initiatives to improve material flow, capture value or reduce waste in the supply chain.

• Train and mentor purchasing coordinator and associate positions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree with three (3) or more years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or a related field.

• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to travel 5%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant industry related certifications.

• Ability to effectively communicate.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.

• Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.

• Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.

• Purchasing experience within the manufacturing industry.#LI-KM1

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our reception desk by phone at +1 (920) 502.3009 or our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com .

Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

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