Job Description
Job Description
Under the direction of the Operations Manager, the MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) Buyer is primarily responsible for preparing and issuing purchase orders for products and services that are used to maintain equipment, facilities, and other functional areas such as engineering and safety supplies.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with stakeholders to determine MRO needs, including maintenance, repair, and operational supplies.
- Source MRO items at the most competitive prices without compromising quality or reliability.
- Conduct research to identify potential vendors and evaluate their capabilities, pricing, and delivery terms.
- Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and contracts with vendors while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing vendors and proactively seek new vendors to ensure a reliable supply chain.
- Analyze MRO inventory levels to prevent stockouts and minimize excess inventory.
- Track minimum stock levels for common use items, reordering points, and lead times.
- Monitor inventory levels, review usage patterns, and place orders to replenish MRO materials and supplies as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of MRO purchases, contracts, and vendor information.
- Generate reports on procurement activities, inventory levels, and cost savings initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and legal requirements in all procurement activities.
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in business administration/supply chain management, or a related field (or equivalent experience minimum 3 years.)
- Proven experience as an MRO Buyer or in a similar procurement role within a manufacturing environment, minimum 3 years.· Proficient in procurement processes, including vendor selection, negotiation, and contract management.
Other:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
- Proficient in using procurement software and tools. Syspro experience is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Able to work extended hours as business dictates.
- Flexible and adaptable to constant change.
- Able to follow company policies and procedures.
- Driven; with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service to external and internal customers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed mostly in office settings. On occasion, moderate outdoor/production area work may occur. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; use hands to fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs., sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear; and smell.
Company Description
newbasis offers some of the best benefits in our industry! We also promote from within! You are not just an employee...You are family at newbasis!
Company Description
newbasis offers some of the best benefits in our industry! We also promote from within! You are not just an employee...You are family at newbasis!