Sr Buyer Assistant MRO

About the role

Handles administrative support to the Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) Purchasing Team. Maintains supplier contacts, fields team calls, and helps with all parts of the bid process for expense items. Provides support and assistance to the MRO Category Manager.

Responsibilities

• Handle all new vendor calls and answer MRO Team rollover phone lines.
• Maintain potential vendor list, new vendor applications, new vendor set up, and new vendor credit reports.
• Maintain and help facilitate Supplier Agreements, Addenda, and NDAs for the MRO Department.
• Prepare and assist with MRO bids, order samples, organize packets, letters, quotes, etc.
• Maintain item communication with vendors (spec sheets, UOM, packaging requirements).
• Place and record one-off orders for cash drawer inserts, lever lock rings, etc.
• Handle Uniform and Field Apparel calls/emails, reimbursements, place and record one-off orders.
• Prepare and maintain Field Apparel Program team member initiates and terms documentation.

Requirements

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work with multiple departments and vendors in a professional manner.
• Ability to convey a positive and professional image.
• Ability to work independently.
• Requires attention to detail.
• Must be able to prioritize.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and paid time off.
• Stock Purchase Plan and 401k with employer contributions starting day one.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Team member health and wellbeing programs.
• Tuition and educational assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career growth.