Corporate MRO Buyer

Lanco Group of Companies•Hazel Crest, IL

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporate MRO Buyer manages the procurement of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) goods and services across multiple manufacturing locations for the Large OEM IEM Group, with additional scope supporting select spend across the broader Lanco Group of Companies. This role leads a centralized purchasing strategy to leverage enterprise-wide spend, reduce total cost of ownership, standardize suppliers, and ensure reliable supply to support safe and efficient operations.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience purchasing MRO supplies and facility services in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, supply development, sourcing, and supplier management.
Understanding of materials and inventory management, information flow, and supply chain execution, preferably in heavy equipment manufacturing.
Ability to analyze company-wide spend data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights while maintaining confidentiality.
Professional and effective communication with internal stakeholders, executive leadership, vendors, and service providers.
Experience with lean initiatives, logistics analysis, supplier reviews, price negotiations, and expediting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel).
Ability to learn new systems and adapt to evolving business needs.

Nice To Haves

5–10 years of advanced purchasing, inventory management, and ERP system experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with ERP systems; Epicor E9 experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a centralized MRO sourcing strategy across all company locations to leverage aggregated purchasing power.
Lead sourcing initiatives including RFPs, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and long-term agreements.
Establish preferred supplier programs and standardized contracts for commonly used MRO items and services.
Manage procurement strategies across key MRO categories, including but not limited to: Office and workplace supplies, Shop and maintenance consumables, Safety, PPE, and fire protection supplies and services, Welding supplies and related consumables, Maintenance parts and repair materials, Energy procurement and utility services, Janitorial, facility cleaning, and grounds maintenance services, Waste management and recycling services, Equipment maintenance service contracts, Copier/printer devices and service agreements, Uniform programs and services, Contracted facility and maintenance services.
Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with key MRO suppliers.
Evaluate supplier performance related to cost, quality, service, and delivery.
Conduct supplier business reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities through supplier consolidation, standardization, and improved procurement practices.
Analyze company-wide MRO spend data to identify trends, risks, and savings opportunities.
Support inventory optimization and demand consolidation efforts to control costs.
Partner with plant operations, maintenance, EHS, facilities, and finance teams to understand requirements and align procurement strategies.
Drive adoption of standardized suppliers, contracts, and procurement practices across all locations.
Support facility expansions and capital projects through sourcing of required materials and services.
Communicate proactively with stakeholders on supply risks, cost impacts, and sourcing strategies.
Manage purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements through ERP systems.
Ensure accuracy of supplier pricing, lead times, and contract terms.
Ensure compliance with corporate purchasing policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate supplier, contract, and sourcing documentation.
Track and report cost savings performance against annual targets.
Remain current on MRO market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry best practices.
Rely on experience, judgment, and data analysis to plan and accomplish annual savings and performance goals.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain processes.
Communicate consistently and professionally with internal stakeholders, vendors, and service providers.
Participate in special projects or other duties as assigned.