MRO Buyer

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. • Brea, CA

96d • $70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

As MRO Material Buyer you’ll be part of our Industrial team working as an onsite employee. You’ll get to plan and issue purchase orders for materials, goods, and services to be processed by external manufacturing firms or directed by operations management. Identify, select, qualify, and develop suppliers for MRO and indirect items and services as part of vendor management. Conduct RFQs, RFPs, and negotiations to secure the best prices, terms, and contracts for materials and services. Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels, often using tools like Plan for Every Part (PFEP), to ensure availability while minimizing costs. Implement sourcing strategies and cost-saving initiatives, approach to optimize expenses. Research industry trends, risks, and opportunities within assigned commodities. Manage standard purchasing processes, including procure-to-pay workflows, and maintain data integrity in the company's ERP system. Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as supplier on-time delivery (OTD), past-due orders, and supplier performance to ensure efficiency. Assist Shipping and Receiving with preparation of export documents for outside processing orders. Resolve quantity, quality, documentation, and other discrepancies associated with procurement working directly with vendors and suppliers as needed. Obtain material return authorizations from suppliers for defective or excess materials.

Requirements

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or a minimum of three-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years' experience in purchasing or inventory/production control.
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Takes initiative to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with ERP systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, industrial components, and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and issue purchase orders for materials, goods, and services.
• Identify, select, qualify, and develop suppliers for MRO and indirect items.
• Conduct RFQs, RFPs, and negotiations for materials and services.
• Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels using PFEP.
• Implement sourcing strategies and cost-saving initiatives.
• Research industry trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Manage standard purchasing processes and maintain data integrity in ERP.
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Assist Shipping and Receiving with export documents.
• Resolve discrepancies associated with procurement.
• Obtain material return authorizations from suppliers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees