MRO Buyer - Plant

Midway Products Brand•Greenwich, OH

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Plant Controller, the MRO Buyer is responsible for all purchasing functions for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) items. The role manages sourcing, quoting, requisitions, supplier relationships, purchasing records, inventory data, receipts, and stock levels. It also supervises and backs up the crib attendant, oversees tools and equipment issued and returned, and coordinates preventive maintenance setup for dies and equipment in Plex with Tool & Die and Maintenance Managers. The position develops systems, procedures, and work instructions as needed and performs other assigned tasks. The role is performed in a normal office environment with moderate noise levels. Physical activities include standing, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, and bending to the floor; occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds may be required.

Requirements

Good communication skills.
Good analytical skills.
Plex experience.
Microsoft Office experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business preferred.
Purchasing experience with an automotive supplier preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all purchasing functions for MRO items.
Determine sources for new MRO supplies, obtain quotes, and select the best value.
Requisition MRO purchased components.
Supervise the crib attendant.
Evaluate and determine crib stock items and quantities.
Expedite orders as required.
Negotiate payment terms, price, and freight.
Maintain the inventory database and purchasing records for suppliers.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with suppliers.
Review and approve daily receipts.
Investigate unusual supply demands.
Schedule weekly cycle counts and make inventory adjustments as needed.
Issue tools and equipment to workers and keep records of items issued and returned, manually or by computer.
Back up the crib attendant by receiving, unpacking, and putting away incoming tools and equipment.
Requisition stock to replenish inventory through auto-generation.
Maintain equipment records in the purchasing database.
Set up preventive maintenance tasks for dies and equipment in Plex, with help from the Tool & Die and Maintenance Managers.
Develop systems, procedures, and work instructions as required.
Perform other tasks as assigned.