Maintenance Buyer

TreeHouse Foods • Princeton, KY

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at our Princeton, KY facility, home to the production of a variety of quality cracker products. We are seeking a Maintenance Buyer to manage the inventory and procurement of maintenance parts and supplies to support the maintenance department. This role ensures that all necessary parts are available for maintenance activities, coordinate orders, and maintain accurate inventory records.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in inventory management or procurement, preferably in a maintenance or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and procurement software such as SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in supply chain management, logistics, or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the sites effective inventory control program, including setting minimum and economic order quantities. Recommend improvements to storeroom layouts and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Purchase necessary MRO materials to ensure the availability of parts and supplies for plant operations. Collaborate with the maintenance team to identify and prioritize purchasing needs.
• Expedite incoming materials shipments as needed. Communicate closely with team members awaiting receipts to prevent disruptions to plant operations.
• Locate and source critical repair parts, identifying and recommending satisfactory substitutes for unavailable materials and services. Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure timely access to needed parts.
• Perform regular analyses to determine the most efficient inventory levels required to facilitate timely and effective repairs. Adjust inventory strategies based on analysis findings.
• Assist other departments with purchasing requests as necessary, ensuring all teams have the materials needed for smooth operations.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program with no waiting period
• 401(k) program with 5% employer match and 100% vesting as soon as you enroll.
• Comprehensive paid time off opportunities, including immediate access to four weeks of vacation, five sick days, parental leave and 11 company holidays (including two floating holidays).
• Paid training, tuition reimbursement and a robust educational platform – DevelopU – with more than 10,000 free courses
• Wellness and employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED