MRO Coordinator
About the role
Join Shoals Technologies Group (NASDAQ: SHLS), a leading provider of electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions for solar and energy storage. Headquartered just north of Nashville, Tennessee, we have been driving industry innovation since 1996 by delivering cutting-edge technologies that improve efficiency, safety, and reliability for solar systems worldwide. With over 60 GW of solar systems deployed globally, we’re setting the standard for the renewable energy industry. We are a collection of engineers, renewable advocates, curious minds, and collaborators working across manufacturing facilities in Tennessee and Alabama, and sales teams in Spain and Australia, to power clean energy solutions across Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.
Responsibilities
- Purchasing & Procurement
- Source, quote, and purchase all MRO parts, supplies, and services for Maintenance, Controls, and Facilities.
- Track open orders, expedite critical items, and resolve delivery issues.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and approval workflows.
- Vendor & Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
- Evaluate vendor performance and recommend preferred suppliers.
- Consolidate spend to leverage volume pricing and reduce total cost.
- Monitor lead times and communicate proactively with internal stakeholders.
- Inventory & Storeroom Support
- Maintain accurate min/max levels for critical spare parts.
- Reduce stockouts and emergency orders through proactive planning.
- Support storeroom organization, labeling, and layout improvements.
- Assist with cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives.
- Build PM kits, project kits, and standard spare part packages.
- Maintenance & Reliability Support
- Collaborate with Maintenance and Controls teams to understand equipment needs and BOM requirements.
- Ensure parts availability for scheduled PMs and planned work.
- Support reliability initiatives by identifying critical spares and optimizing inventory strategy.
- Assist in CMMS data cleanup, part standardization, and vendor catalog integration.
- Cost Control & Reporting
- Identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Track and report MRO spend by category, vendor, and department.
- Reduce expedited freight and emergency purchasing through improved planning.
- Provide monthly purchasing metrics and performance updates.
Requirements
- Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED.
- 2–5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience with MRO procurement, industrial parts, or maintenance operations strongly preferred.
- Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of industrial components, electrical parts, mechanical systems, and facility supplies.
- Ability to read equipment manuals, BOMs, and technical specifications.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency with CMMS, ERP, or purchasing systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Working Conditions
- Office and plant floor environment.
- Regular interaction with Maintenance, Controls, Facilities, and Production teams.
- Occasional vendor visits or off-site sourcing as needed.