MRO Buyer

Job Responsibilities

• Purchase MRO materials, components, and services, including spare parts, tools, consumables, facility supplies, and contractor services, in accordance with GEHC company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, production, and finance teams to understand MRO needs, forecast demand, and identify cost-saving or efficiency opportunities.
• Manage purchase orders from requisition to delivery, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Develop and maintain inventory control strategies for MRO items to minimize stockouts and optimize working capital.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, evaluating their performance based on quality, delivery, cost, and service.
• Resolve supplier issues such as quality discrepancies, delivery delays, and invoice disputes.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of MRO procurement processes, tools, and strategies.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or Associate degree in similar fields with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of experience in MRO purchasing, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably within a capital equipment-heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for purchasing and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in a high-complexity environment.
• Capability to walk, stand, and bend in warehouse environments and occasionally lift up to 25–50 lbs.