International Procurement Specialist

About COBO:

COBO USA CORPORATION

is a small business in West Burlington, IA and the only North America facility of the international COBO Group. We are a manufacturing company supporting the vehicles built for the construction, agriculture and automotive markets with custom designed components. Our mission is to be our customers strategic partner in their vehicle's lifecycle offering state-of-the-art products and solutions.

COBO USA

goal is to continue the growth and expansion in the USMCA market. We maintain a professional and team-oriented environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

High School Diploma or equivalent Proficient with MS Office Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, critical thinking and problem-solving skills Must be able to read, write, and understand the English language

AS400 ERP

basic Knowledge of

ISO 9001

Knowledge of ERP/MRP Job Duties:

Review international purchase requests and validate specifications, HTS codes, INCOTERMS, and required delivery dates. Request and compare supplier (price, MOQ, lead time). Issue purchase orders and confirm pricing, terms, and ship dates. Track open orders, monitor production status, and escalate delays. Communicate with freight forwarders on booking, pickup, and transit updates. Update ERP/MRP with accurate lead times, landed cost elements, and shipment status. Review supplier emails for documentation (CI, PL, COO, HS codes, packing lists).

Flag risks:

delays, shortages, customs hold, or incorrect paperwork. Review supplier performance (OTD, responsiveness, documentation accuracy). Update shipment trackers with ETD/ETA, carrier, and container/airway bill numbers. Reconcile PO vs. invoice vs. receiving discrepancies. Review currency impacts and update cost files if needed. Attend procurement/operations meetings with clear status updates and risks. Conduct landed cost analysis (duties, freight, brokerage, accessorial). Audit import documentation for accuracy and ISO traceability. Support inventory planning and reorder point adjustments. Identify cost-saving opportunities (alternate suppliers, consolidation, INCOTERM changes). Maintain compliance and documentation requirements (Import and Trade Compliance and

ISO 9001

Alignment Benefits Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Company paid short/long term disability Company paid life insurance Employee Wellbeing Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity/Accident Insurance 3 weeks PTO in your first year•Up to 60 hours Bonus PTO per year Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23•28 per hour based on experience

Work Location:

In Person Pay:

$23.00•$28.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person