MRO​/Supply Chain Administrator

Overview

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You are an experienced MRO & Supply Chain leader with manufacturing and purchasing expertise accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment, an individual who enjoys problem-solving and developing new processes while working closely with a Team. We want to hear from you!

Our MRO & Supply Chain Administrator is responsible for overseeing the inventory, procurement, storage, and distribution for MRO Supply Chain, Maintenance Supply Chain, and Supply Chain operations. This role ensures the availability of critical parts and supplies for the Plant, while maintaining cost controls and optimizing inventory levels. The incumbent will work closely with and lead a team of buyers and/or material specialists to streamline processes and ensure efficient procurement and delivery of goods to each department.

The incumbent will partner and support the maintenance requirements for parts and supplies, as well as establish effective vendor relationships to maintain uninterrupted operations. Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives related to materials management.

YOU HAVE

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  4+ years of expertise in MRO Materials management, purchasing, and/or Inventory management in a manufacturing facility.
• Inventory Management Skills:
  Proficiency in inventory control principles, warehouse operations and procurement processes.
• Leadership & Innovation:
  Proven leadership/supervisory skills & demonstrated success managing & supporting a team in a dynamic work environment. Proactively embraces change and contributes to strategic initiatives driving organizational transformation.
• Technical
  
  Competencies:
  
  Excellent computer skills in Excel Spreadsheets, MS Word, Power Point & Outlook email.
• Partnership & Communication:
  Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong interpersonal, communication, persuasion, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Strategic Vendor Engagement:
  Effectively manages interactions and coordination with vendors, suppliers, logistics and freight providers, contractors and regulatory authorities. Establishes and cultivates strong business relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Organizational Proficiency:
  Detail-oriented and effective time-management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Methodologies & Lean Principles:
  Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and/or Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement training and/or experience.
• Physical Requirements & Equipment Operation:
  Capable of safely lifting and transporting materials weighting up to 60 lbs. Experienced in operating forklifts & pallet jacks.
• Preferred Skills:
  Proficiency in Oracle, Inventory Management Software, ERP and/or SAP. Experience in "made to order" business/manufacturing.

YOU WILL

• Manage MRO & Purchasing:
  Run the procurement activities for MRO Supply Chain and maintenance parts and supplies, collaborating closely with buyers and the maintenance team to support inventory control and maintain optimal stock levels. Acquires high-quality parts and materials for the Plant, ensuring compliance.
• Lead & Develop a Team:
  Lead, train and motivate assigned staff in support of department manager and department operations. Supervise the day-to-day operations of MRO Supply Chain including receiving, storing, issuing and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Collaborate & Forecast:
  Coordinate with maintenance team to forecast material requirements based on planned maintenance schedules and provide prompt assistance with emergency needs. Analyze and predict future material and supply needs for the facility.
• Develop & Maintain Strong Vendor Relationships:
  Evaluate vendors and suppliers regularly to ensure adherence to good business practices, competitive pricing, timely deliver, and quality compliance. Recommend changes or improvements based on performance and cost analysis.
• Provide Policy and Procedure Support:
  Assist in the development and support of policies and procedures in the areas of procurement, inventory control, receiving, storage, and distribution of supplies across the Plant.
• Implement Inventory Tracking & Reporting:
  Implement and maintain tracking systems and generate reports for management. Apply cycle counts procedures, audits, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Support Safety:
  Uphold Safety standards and procedures for the Plant, adhering to regulations and best practices throughout procurement, storage, and handling of supplies.

LOVE WHERE YOU WORK

• We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.
• We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.
• We want you to unplug when needed. We…