Maintenance Buyer

Aston Carter • Boston, KY

6d • $25 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Buyer oversees daily stockroom operations, managing MRO parts through SAP and maintaining inventory accuracy. The role works proactively with other departments to improve processes and uphold safety standards. It is a contract-to-hire position based onsite in the parts room in Boston, Kentucky. The schedule is Monday through Friday, either 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with potential overtime. The role may include assisting with unloading trucks.

Requirements

• Experience with SAP, maintenance administration, and MRO buying.
• Experience in inventory management and purchasing.
• Diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of maintenance background.
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft suite of programs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Some college experience is a plus.
• Experience in shipping and receiving.
• Previous maintenance and manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Order and receive MRO parts in SAP.
• Place inventory in controlled areas and designated locations.
• Discuss stockroom status and projects during weekly staff meetings.
• Maintain and monitor minimum and maximum levels of MRO and plant operations supply materials.
• Issue materials to plant personnel and maintain records in SAP.
• Seek job improvement opportunities, emphasizing safety.
• Develop and implement stockroom key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with associates to create stockroom best practices.
• Conduct cycle counts to ensure material accuracy.
• Develop daily standard work practices.
• Support non-standard purchases from inception to completion and notify affected employees.
• Work with supply vendors to achieve optimal pricing and meet relationship expectations.
• Assist associates with part lookup and identification.
• Foster a collaborative 'We over me' attitude, model collaborative behavior, and encourage innovative thinking.
• Meet regularly with the maintenance manager and finance department to manage stockroom expenses.
• Perform additional responsibilities as determined necessary by the company.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan, with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Voluntary life insurance and AD&D coverage for employees and dependents
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time off/leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave

What This Job Offers

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