How you will make history here...
The MRO Purchaser (under the supervision of the Engineering & Maintenance Manager) is responsible for coordinating SAP inventory, purchasing/expediting parts, MRO supplies, outside service, contract coordination and generating purchase orders
What you will do...
-Purchasing
oCreates purchase orders in SAP for: MRO/miscellaneous supplies, capital projects, contract purchases
oObtains price quotations from prospective vendors for MRO supplies, services and miscellaneous materials.
oCoordinates invoices from vendors and prepares proper documentation associated with Work Order files.
oEstablishes and maintains hard copy and electronic files for purchasing activities
oResponsible for resolving invoice discrepancies, vendor generated credit follow-ups and freight charge accruals
oDevelops vendor blanket purchase orders, updating them annually or “as needed” basis.
oOrders general supplies for Engineering and Maintenance Department as well as various plant needs on an “as needed” basis.
-Inventory management
oCompares available inventory of each part or piece of equipment with its specified re-ordering point
oReviews of historical data on equipment parts and re-orders as necessary
oEvaluates repair/replace options
oCoordinates cycle counting and physical inventory of storeroom
oGenerates various SAP reports including stock replenishment, inventory usage, value analysis, parts allocation, and delinquent purchase orders.
oWorks closely with vendors on stocking and maintaining shop inventory
oReconcile invoices and quarterly inventories
oTracks usage for annual pricing negotiations
oWorks closely with vendors to control cost and maintain consistent consignment inventory
-Other duties may be assigned as deemed appropriate by the Engineering and Maintenance Manager.
Who you will work with...
- Reporting into Maintenance and/or Reliability Manager
What you will bring to the table... (Must Have)
- High school diploma/GED required
- 3+ years of purchasing experience, manufacturing experience or supply chain experience
It would be great if you have... (Nice to Have)
- Associate’s degree in business, information system, or a related field
- 5+ years of food manufacturing experience
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