Maintenance, Repair, and Operations Procurement Specialist

Oil-Dri Corporation of America•Ripley, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) Procurement Specialist, under the supervision of the facility Maintenance Manager, is responsible for the buying, delivery, and replenishment of spare parts, using the company’s CMMS in support of the manufacturing facility. This role involves managing and executing non-production supplies and services requirements through various transactional and sourcing activities. The specialist will collaborate closely with Maintenance, Operations, and other key stakeholders to meet timely delivery and speed of service performance goals. A key aspect of the role is managing the parts room inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels, and maintaining an organized and accessible space. The position requires adherence to core values and participation in sourcing projects, reporting, and supplier relationship management.

Requirements

2+ years of inventory management, scheduling or supply management/procurement experience preferably in a maintenance support role
Non-College Graduate: MRO procurement experience with a proven track record of success or a successful track record in maintenance and/or plant operations
College Graduate: Business, Finance or Supply Management degree with high aptitude for learning
Experience with large ERP Manufacturing system preferred
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication (oral and written)
Relationship skills including people management of financial acumen and analytical skills
Ability to maintain records and keep track of all areas of responsibility
Technical aptitude for mechanical equipment.
Possess core values of Honesty and Integrity

Nice To Haves

Experience with large ERP Manufacturing system preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and execute the non-production supplies and services requirements of Oil-Dri through various transactional, sourcing activities.
Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, and other key stakeholders as well as other MRO Procurement personnel to meet or exceed timely delivery and speed of service performance goals.
Responsible for parts room inventory, including monitoring bin quantities to ensure accurate inventory levels are maintained.
Maintain a clean, organized parts room that makes it easy to find parts and check them out.
Act in accordance with our core values, "WE CARE" and "Lessons Learned"
Review, process and manage the procurement of all requirements generated by approved requestors.
Submit monthly consolidated report in the agreed upon format to assigned personnel that tracks KPIs for MRO Procurement. These KPIs monitor overall speed of service goals for MRO Procurement.
Participate on various sourcing projects as requested by Management
Ensure all necessary documentation follows all published Accounting and Procurement policies as they relate to procurement of non-production goods and services
Ensure accuracy and retention of all Procurement related paperwork including but not limited to receiving documents, requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, key internal and external correspondence, bids, etcetera
Manage and maintain equitable relationships with assigned key suppliers and service providers