Buyer

Job Description:

MRO Buyer is responsible for procuring all necessary materials and services in a timely and professional manner. In this role, the candidate will work closely with various departments to identify purchasing needs and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best pricing and quality for the material. Additionally, the candidate will monitor supplier performance, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate logistics for efficient supply chain management. The MRO Buyer is expected to align with company goals by achieving cost savings, supporting production runs, managing budgets effectively, and ensuring on-time deliveries.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of MRO procurement processes and SAP systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Issue purchase orders for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) items and office supplies in a timely and professional manner.
• Work closely with various departments to identify purchasing needs and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and high-quality materials, aiming to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs.
• Identify potential new suppliers and evaluate their offerings.
• Actively participates in creating cost savings opportunities and formally tracks and reports these opportunities monthly. Monitor and report the Purchase Price Variance for MRO items.
• Conduct weekly follow-ups on overdue orders with suppliers and address any issues promptly to maintain the timely delivery of materials
• Assist accounts payable with questions and monthly statements.
• Efficiently solving problems, managing suppliers, and overseeing database management related to purchasing, including accurate data entry and maintenance.
• Assist with planning, coordinating, and tracking international and domestic orders, consistently updating delivery dates and statuses in SAP to ensure real-time visibility for all stakeholders.
• Collects and monitors supplier on-time delivery metrics to ensure consistent performance that meets the fulfillment schedule's requirements and demands.
• Support internal packaging quotations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support team goals and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a background in purchasing
• SAP knowledge a plus
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy required with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Excel
• Independently understand, follow, and implement instructions.
• The ability to multitask between the different responsibilities will be important due to the daily interaction within multiple groups.