MRO Commodity Manager

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates.

PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

Kenworth Truck Company, founded in 1923, is the manufacturer of The World’s Best heavy and medium duty trucks. With an excellent heritage of quality, innovation and technology, Kenworth has played an essential role in the development of trucks that are more fuel efficient, productive, and economical to operate. Today, Kenworth is leading transportation innovation with the introduction of battery‑electric vehicles, exploration of fuel cell electric powertrains, and autonomous driving systems.

Kenworth is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equality and inclusivity in the workplace.

Work in a team‑oriented environment to manage the procurement of maintenance, repair and operational (MRO) products and services used by the Kenworth Chillicothe plant. PACCAR MRO Commodity Managers are change agents, focused on delivering the highest value to internal/external customers at the lowest total cost.

• 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.
• Be 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 purchase 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.
• Be 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.
• Present analysis, findings, and improvements to senior management.
• Lead special projects and other duties as assigned.

• 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, & presentation.
• PC skills (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
• Ability to develop Return on Investment Analysis.

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field required.

• 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.