MRO Buyer / Planner

COMPX SECURITY PRODUCTS•Mauldin, SC

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The MRO Buyer / Planner is responsible for the purchasing, planning, order management, supplier coordination, and administrative support activities necessary to ensure the timely and cost-effective availability of maintenance, repair, operating, office, production, and service-related materials. This position managers purchase orders from initiation through completion, maintains supplier relationships, resolves invoices and delivery issues, coordinates contractor documentation, and plans routine services and office supply requirements. The MRO Buyer / Planner works closely with Maintenance, Accounting, IT, Operations, Safety, and other departments to ensure purchasing activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) equivalent.
Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, materials planning, MRO, supply chain, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience working with purchase orders, vendors, invoices, and supplier relationships.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to negotiate professionally with suppliers and service providers.
Ability to identify and resolve purchasing, deliver, invoice, and vendor issues.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing/ERP systems.
Ability to maintain confidential and accurate business records.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple departments.

Nice To Haves

Additional education in business, supply chain, purchasing, accounting, or a related field.
SyteLine experience.

Responsibilities

Generate, issue, monitor, and close purchase orders for a broad range of goods and services, including: Maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) materials, Raw materials, components, and finished goods, Business cards and office supplies, Equipment and capital project purchases, Repairs performed on-site and off-site, Outside services, Contractors and service providers.
Determine and properly identify taxable and nontaxable purchases in accordance with applicable requirements and company procedures.
Ensure all required approvals and signatures are obtained before purchase orders are processed.
Review purchase orders for accuracy, including pricing, quantities, descriptions, delivery requirements, and applicable terms.
Track purchase orders through completion and maintain accurate purchasing records.
Ensure all required documentation is received and approved before contractors or outside service providers begin work on company property.
Verify required contractor documentation, including: Certificates of Insurance, Indemnity forms, Required safety documentation and safety booklets.
Coordinate with appropriate internal departments to ensure contractors meet company requirements before work begins.
Maintain current records of contractor documentation and communicate deficiencies or expiration issues to the appropriate parties.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and service providers.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, minimum order quantities, and other purchasing conditions to obtain the best overall value for the company.
Research supplier alternatives and assist in identifying opportunities for cost savings, improved service, and supply continuity.
Communicate with the suppliers regarding order status, delivery requirements, pricing discrepancies, and service issues.
Monitor open purchase orders to ensure materials, equipment, and services are delivered as required.
Proactively follow up with suppliers regarding overdue or past-due orders.
Expedite critical orders when necessary to minimize operational disruptions.
Communicate changes in delivery dates or order status to affected departments.
Resolve order discrepancies involving pricing, quantities, delivery, or other purchasing requirements.
Establish new vendors in accordance with company procedures.
Obtain required company and supplier information and documentation for vendor setup.
Process vendor changes and ensure required documentation is received and submitted according to established procedures.
Maintain accurate vendor records and coordinate with accounting and other applicable departments regarding vendor changes.
Maintain current Certificates of Insurance for applicable contractors for service providers.
Coordinate the resolution of office service issues, including equipment, cleaning, and other general office needs.
Provide switchboard coverage as required.
Maintain the cleaning crew roster and provide current information to Security/Guards as necessary.
Coordinate weekly service requirements for mats, shop towels, and lab coats.
Maintain accurate lab coat lists and update employee information as needed due to new hires, transfers, or employee departures.
Coordinate and schedule required routine services, including: Carpet cleaning, Window and glass cleaning, Pest control, Other facility and office-related services.