MRO Buyer

Description

Summary of Position:


The MRO Buyer is responsible for procuring all maintenance supplies, machinery parts, fabrication supplies, and tools necessary for the maintenance/engineering department.

Functions of the Position:

• Purchases parts/supplies from the most appropriate and cost-effective vendor.
• Follows purchasing requests through to completion. Obtains multiple quotes for non-standard equipment.
• Sources the components needed to allow for timely delivery.
• Follows all purchasing and paperwork requirements.
• Keeps all necessary supplies stocked to acceptable levels. This includes adding parts into system and onto unit BOMs.
• Generates and issues work orders for PMs.
• Integrate parts inventory with Computer Management Maintenance System (CMMS).
• Obtains multiple quotes for non-standard equipment.
• Follows all purchasing and paperwork requirements.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Knowledge:

• Three plus years of maintenance and purchasing experience.

• Food industry experience with processing and packaging equipment preferred

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Skills and Competencies:

• Computer skills to allow for all purchasing requirements.

• Ability to speak, read and write English.

• Good communication skills and the ability to maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and vendors is necessary.

• Detailed oriented with good math skills.

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.