MRO Buyer

MRO Buyer

Our client is a growing and innovative technology manufacturer specializing in advanced connectivity and infrastructure solutions supporting high-growth industries. The company offers a collaborative work environment, strong leadership, and outstanding opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

This is a highly visible role where you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing operations, supplier performance, inventory optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

If you are a procurement professional who enjoys solving supply chain challenges, negotiating with suppliers, and supporting manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: This is a full-time, onsite position based at the company's headquarters in Union City, California.

Position Summary

We are seeking a junior level MRO Buyer to support manufacturing operations by sourcing, purchasing, and managing Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials, consumables, equipment, and production-related components.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, supplier management, inventory planning, and cost reduction within a manufacturing environment. This individual will work closely with production, operations, engineering, and receiving teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow while optimizing inventory levels and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and procure MRO materials, consumables, equipment, and production-related supplies.
• Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) and obtain competitive supplier quotations.
• Analyze component pricing, availability, and lead times to support production schedules.
• Partner with manufacturing, production, operations, and receiving teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
• Monitor inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Purchase materials for quick-turn and expedited production orders.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and supplier agreements to maximize cost savings and maintain profitability.
• Evaluate, select, and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, responsiveness, and on-time delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Maintain supplier quotations, purchasing records, and procurement documentation.
• Analyze and reduce material shortages, overdue purchase orders, excess inventory, and Purchase Price Variance (PPV).
• Participate in supplier development, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare procurement reports and supplier performance metrics for leadership.
• Maintain accurate supplier information, pricing, lead times, and part master data within the ERP system.
• Develop and improve procurement procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve supplier and supply chain challenges.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience sourcing MRO materials, consumables, and production-related components.
• Strong knowledge of MRP systems, JIT replenishment, Blanket Orders, and Kanban inventory management.
• Experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and inventory planning.
• Proven success negotiating with suppliers and managing vendor relationships.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems; Sage ERP experience is strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail, sense of urgency, and commitment to customer service.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience within electronics, industrial manufacturing, technology, or other high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of ISO quality standards and quality management systems.
• Experience supporting supplier development, strategic sourcing, and cost reduction initiatives.