MRO Parts Coordinator

Water Technologies•Minnetonka, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The MRO Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing the inventory of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supplies, including spare parts, tools, and other materials needed for routine maintenance and repairs within a facility. This role ensures accurate stock levels, timely procurement, and efficient distribution to maintain operational continuity. Key duties include tracking inventory levels, placing purchase orders, managing stock rotations, performing physical counts, and analyzing usage data to optimize inventory management strategies.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
Strong understanding of procurement principles and practices.
Knowledge of MRO categories, including maintenance parts, repair supplies, and operational consumables.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Proficiency in using procurement software and ERP systems
Analytical skills to evaluate data and identify cost-saving opportunities
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience or training in inventory management or MRO operations.
Familiarity with basic maintenance tools and equipment.
Previous experience in a supportive role.
Knowledge of fundamental inventory management practices, with an emphasis on maintaining an organized and efficient storeroom to support the reliability of plant operations.
Familiarity with Reliability-Centered Stocking (RCS) concepts to optimize inventory levels and ensure high availability of critical spares, balancing cost and space constraints with the need for operational readiness.

Responsibilities

Clean and sort grouping similar items together, remove any obsolete or damaged items.
Cataloging and system development following a standardized naming convention for all parts.
Develop categories and sub categories for easy classification.
Input all part information into the CMMS system, including details such as part number, description, technical specifications, manufacturer, location, quantity, and reorder points.
Physically reorganize storerooms, creating efficient layouts and implementing appropriate storage solutions (e.g., bins, shelves, cabinets).
Arrange parts based on usage frequency, size, or other relevant criteria.
Label and identify areas with signage for ease of use by end users.
Ensure all parts are properly tagged with their unique identifiers.
Monitor MRO inventory levels to identify stock shortages and potential stockouts.
Generate purchase requisitions for MRO supplies based on predetermined reorder points.
Receive items into the Maximo inventory for restocking and kitting.
Maintain proper storage and organization of MRO inventory within the warehouse or designated storage areas.
Conduct regular physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy of stock levels.
Pick required parts from inventory that have been planned to the work orders for kitting.
Check kits for accuracy to ensure all necessary items are present and in the correct quantities.
Place completed kits in a designated staging area, readily accessible to the maintenance technician.
Analyze MRO usage data to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization.
Generate inventory reports on stock levels, usage patterns, and potential cost savings.
Track supplier performance and identify potential cost-saving opportunities with vendors.
Utilize inventory management software to track MRO inventory levels and generate reports.
Maintain accurate data within the inventory system, including item descriptions, stock codes, and supplier information.