MRO Commodity Manager

MRO Commodity Manager Location: Bellevue, WA 98004; Lewisville, TX 75067 Company: PACCAR Responsibilities Manage all aspects of Kenworth relationships with suppliers of MRO products and services, including the commercial and contractual requirements with respect to total cost, quality, delivery and customer service. Responsible for the timely preparation and issuance of purchase orders for MRO products and services for all Kenworth Division departments. Route and distribute purchase orders for additional approval in accordance with established authority matrices. Support locating sources of supply, obtaining quotations and bids and purchasing assigned items in accordance with price, quality and schedule standards. Identify areas of opportunity to consolidate and streamline purchasing related activities and leverage economies of scale considering all PACCAR locations and divisions serviced by the source. Develop, negotiate and implement strategies resulting in reduced product or service cost, improved supply chain performance and enhanced product and service quality. Maintain supplier database and coordinate supplier communications. Issue change orders on product price, specification, quantity, etc. within established limits of authority. Coordinate MRO activities with Administrative, Sales/Marketing, Engineering and other departments as necessary. Monitor receipt of desired product quality and quantity, report deficiencies and implement corrective action as necessary. Support Accounting or requestors in resolving invoice discrepancies. Responsible for preparation of monthly, quarterly and year‑end financial reporting statements/schedules related to MRO activities. Utilize Business Intelligence tools to generate analysis and reporting for MRO trends. Presentation of analysis, findings, and improvements to senior management. Special projects and other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, engineering, finance, or related field required. Minimum 3 years of purchasing, material planning, accounting, or related business experience. Experience with production or MRO purchasing, manufacturing, and/or supply chain management. Proven negotiation and strong analytical skills. Creative, quality, and results-driven work ethic. Team‐player, self‐motivated, and able to work under limited supervision while maintaining a professional manner in appearance and communication. Demonstrated leadership to accomplish company goals. Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, and presentation. PC skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Ability to develop Return on Investment analysis. Benefits 401(k) with up to a 5% company match. Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement. Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days provided with seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family. Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA). Paid short‐and long‐term disability programs. Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance. EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr PACCAR Inc