MRO Buyer

About the role

This position supports the timely procurement of indirect materials and supplies required for the ongoing maintenance and operations of the facility. Items include spare parts, tools, safety equipment, cleaning supplies, office materials, and other consumables. The MRO Buyer enters and manages purchase orders in Ariba and SAP, partners with vendors and internal teams to track orders, resolves routine issues, and ensures timely availability of materials. The role works closely with MRO crib attendants and service providers (e.g., BlackHawk) to support inventory accuracy and avoid disruptions to daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase requisitions in Ariba based on requirements quoted by internal customers (Production, Engineering, Materials, etc.).
• Follow up on requisition approval process in Ariba.
• Track order status, shipping confirmations, and any delays or changes with suppliers.
• Reconcile receipts and invoices for all open purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Communicate with vendors regarding purchase order updates, invoice reconciliation, and payment schedules.
• Coordinate with receiving personnel to reconcile SAP receipts related to MRO purchase orders.
• Maintain constant communication with MRO requestors to resolve receiving discrepancies for SAP and Ariba.
• Attend and support BlackHawk collaboration meetings.
• Create weekly purchase orders for consigned and non‑consigned parts.
• Review MIN/MAX and inventory levels for BlackHawk parts.
• Participate actively in BlackHawk VAST cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Review and validate excess and obsolete inventory with BlackHawk.
• Resolve accounts‑payable issues promptly to meet supplier‑payment standards.
• Manage supplier returns and company credits related to supplier quality issues.
• Attend daily production meetings and use inventory status reporting tools to increase departmental efficiency.
• Create and maintain blanket purchase orders in Ariba and SAP for indirect materials and services.
• Communicate daily with crib attendants and maintenance teams to ensure operational needs are met.
• Submit and follow through on requests to resolve invoice issues and payment holds with Accounts Payable.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier documentation in SAP.
• Provide updates during team meetings regarding open POs, delivery timelines, and shortages.
• Escalate purchasing or supplier‑related issues to management as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field (preferred).
• 1–2 years of purchasing or supply‑chain support experience, ideally in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Ariba or similar procurement systems (preferred).
• Familiarity with basic purchasing procedures and inventory‑control concepts.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and follow‑up skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (preferred).
• Manufacturing background with knowledge of scheduling, bills‑of‑material, routing, procurement, and resource planning.
• Ability to convey information, priorities, or directions to supervisors and operators.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks with general supervision.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• 401(k) retirement plan and 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.
• Access to learning resources such as the Lean Academy, Coursera®, and an online university.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Opportunities for career growth across more than 20 brands.
• Volunteer and community‑impact programs.

Pay

The salary range for this full‑time position is $62,200 – $100,200 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job level, geographic location, knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and compliance with local wage requirements. The successful candidate may also be eligible for annual merit increases.