MRO Buyer

Freudenberg Group•Milan, OH

About The Position

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world! Responsibilities: Execute the completion of the supplier management cycle, including identification and validation of new sources, ongoing performance management, corrective action and supplier phase out, as required for MRO. Select appropriate methods for procuring MRO materials to maximize flexibility and minimize acquisition costs and risks. Develop MRO Commodity Strategies, price negotiations, MRO PO setup and receiving for all areas. Analyze MRO supply base, item type spend, and supplier capabilities. Drive cost reduction/continuous improvement projects to meet or improve standard cost targets, purchase price variance goals, quality targets, and service levels. Negotiate pricing and terms for mutual best advantage, document agreements and monitor performance. Work with Maintenance, Operations, and Facilities to ensure proper MRO requirements and quality criteria is maintained throughout the building. Maintain and build communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders to assure timely delivery of materials and services. Resolve delivery, quality issues, service, and cost through problem solving and supplier performance improvements. Assist in identification and elimination of non-value-added steps in the supply chain. Assists and / or lead special projects as required / assigned. Work closely with Sourcing Team as needed for Aftermarket needs Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field, or equivalent Procurement/Supply Chain experience. Proficient analytical and computer skills (Excel and MRP/ERP systems). Knowledge in supplier management, negotiations including preparing and administering agreements, MRO Commodity experience strongly preferred. Proven strong written and verbal communication skills. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Freudenberg-NOK General Partnership Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field, or equivalent Procurement/Supply Chain experience.
Proficient analytical and computer skills (Excel and MRP/ERP systems).
Knowledge in supplier management, negotiations including preparing and administering agreements
Proven strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

MRO Commodity experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute the completion of the supplier management cycle, including identification and validation of new sources, ongoing performance management, corrective action and supplier phase out, as required for MRO.
Select appropriate methods for procuring MRO materials to maximize flexibility and minimize acquisition costs and risks.
Develop MRO Commodity Strategies, price negotiations, MRO PO setup and receiving for all areas.
Analyze MRO supply base, item type spend, and supplier capabilities.
Drive cost reduction/continuous improvement projects to meet or improve standard cost targets, purchase price variance goals, quality targets, and service levels.
Negotiate pricing and terms for mutual best advantage, document agreements and monitor performance.
Work with Maintenance, Operations, and Facilities to ensure proper MRO requirements and quality criteria is maintained throughout the building.
Maintain and build communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders to assure timely delivery of materials and services.
Resolve delivery, quality issues, service, and cost through problem solving and supplier performance improvements.
Assist in identification and elimination of non-value-added steps in the supply chain.
Assists and / or lead special projects as required / assigned.
Work closely with Sourcing Team as needed for Aftermarket needs