MRO Buyer- (Store room)

Revlon Manufacturing & Distribution•Oxford, NC

18d•$44,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

The MRO Buyer II is responsible for procuring the MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) goods and services which keep the plant running effectively. At the highest level, this position must be internal customer focused; striving to provide the highest quality service and support to our internal customers while providing the most optimal total cost for MRO products and services. This position requires a strict attention to detail, excellent communication, and follow-up skills. The ideal candidate for this role must be very organized, highly motivated, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years MRO Purchasing experience
Computer literacy, advanced level of Microsoft Excel experience to include pivot table development and other features
An ability to balance tasks and achieve positive results with varying demands in a fast-paced environment
Proven problem analysis and resolution skills
Resourceful and highly organized while maintaining a high level of attention to detail, accuracy, and quality orientation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
SAP experience a must
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa support.

Nice To Haves

Maximo experience preferred (but can provide training)

Responsibilities

Assist Storeroom Manager with development of purchasing strategy for select MRO categories, including but not limited to considerations of spot buys vs. long-term contracting
Resolve supplier issues relating to quality, delivery, and pricing
Monitor and document vendor performance
Support management in strategic MRO cost savings projects
Cooperate with production, maintenance, engineering, and other departments in the development of MRO material requirements, facility services, and indirect spend
Determine most cost-effective and efficient methods for ordering (e.g., bulk orders)
Track usage, inventory cost, YOY savings and spend of all indirect materials and services
Identify alternative vendors or products that meet the specifications (In- Kind Replacement)
Assist with the creation and compliance of MRO processes within and across departments to provide a reliable storeroom of critical spare parts
Utilize Reports to trace and monitor Maximo purchase orders (open orders/back orders/late lines), and effectively communicate with the Stores Manager, engineering, maintenance, and production personnel of item availability, order lead-time and order status
Maintain Maximo files, records and documents related to all purchasing activities including primary and alternate vendor sources, vendor pricing, MFG name/MFG#, drawings, machine information (serial numbers), work order information for future referencing.
Maintain accurate lead-times and ROP/EOQ for optimal inventory levels, adjust conversion factors and standard costs as required.
Track and report KPI’s: (On-time delivery, service rate, stock out analysis, etc.)
Process new item setups and commodity code assignments
Process POs in SAP, receive all purchased items by approving invoices through ARIBA and resolve all invoice conflicts associated with accounts payable
Assist with cycle count program, processes, and training; perform root-cause analysis, record, and report findings; utilize data for improvement initiatives.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies as required.
Serve as a primary contact in Central Stores for customer issues or concerns; ensure issues or concerns are resolved quickly and to the customers’ satisfaction.
Work with team members to develop/improve processes for continuous improvement initiatives.
Works with cross-functional teams (Maintenance Areas) for E&O determination / parts standardization / improvements / new setups / zero balance inventories
Manage P-Card orders in Maximo and SAP Concur
Assist with internal customers at the parts counter when required.
Maintain safety standards and appearance of facility (GMP) as it pertains to their working environment.
Other Duties as Assigned