Buyer, MRO (34769)

Position Overview:

A maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) buyer is responsible for preparing and issuing purchase orders for products and services that are used to maintain and fix broken machines. The job requires regular interaction with the plant staff to know what supplies are required, although the majority of the job is done in solitude and on the computer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all purchasing and distribution aspects while considering cost-effective solutions.
• Communicate with the client, foster a team atmosphere, and report on progress.
• Assess purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Receive price quotes from vendors, compare quotes against requirements and the budget, and purchase orders via fax or computer.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively across different organizational levels, functions, businesses, and geographies to realize procurement goals and objectives.
• Manage the day-to-day business relationship with key suppliers through supporting activities, including ordering, communication of demand/ volume/ delivery time changes, issue resolution, sharing of end-user feedback, follow-up on backorders, etc.
• Develop a strong understanding and knowledge of suppliers and capabilities.
• Assist with contract development and execution
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services that meet the quality, service, and price performance standards of the company
• Identifying, prioritizing, and impacting key business opportunities
• Working with stakeholders and leadership teams to implement and enforce policies that increase spending visibility and compliance.