MRO Manager; IB

Position Summary

An MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of a company's maintenance, repair, and operating needs to ensure smooth business operations. This role involves managing maintenance activities, overseeing repair projects, controlling inventory for spare parts, managing budgets, and ensuring operational efficiency by minimizing downtime. MRO Managers are crucial in keeping equipment, machinery, and facilities in top working condition through strategic planning and execution.

• Overseeing maintenance:
  Planning, directing, and coordinating maintenance activities and developing preventive maintenance plans.
• Project management:
  Supervising repair projects, from initial planning to successful completion, often including customer interface and assistance.
• Inventory management:
  Controlling the supply chain for MRO items, ensuring the right parts are in stock to prevent delays and reduce downtime.
• Budget and cost control:
  Managing budget accounts for maintenance and optimizing costs within the MRO category.
• Leadership:
  Managing MRO buyers on different commodities and projects. Set up processes and give guidance for execution.
• Operational efficiency:
  Driving operational efficiency and improving overall processes related to maintenance and repair.
• Supplier Management:
  Develop and execute procurement strategies for construction and facility renovation projects. Identify, qualify, and manage vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with project specifications. Negotiate contracts, service agreements, and pricing with construction suppliers and service providers. Build long‑term relationships with general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and critical suppliers.

• Ensure uninterrupted availability of MRO materials and services for construction schedules and facility build‑outs.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to forecast material needs, review construction schedules, and align procurement timelines.
• Evaluate supplier lead times and capacity to meet aggressive construction deadlines.
• Establish stocking and logistics plans for critical spare parts, consumables, and emergency needs during renovation phases.

• Implement cost‑control strategies to optimize spend on construction‑related MRO categories.
• Monitor budgets, track variances, and report savings opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Partner with EHS and Legal teams to review vendor safety certifications, insurance, and risk management requirements.

• Standardize procurement processes for construction and facilities projects, including requisition‑to‑pay workflows.
• Support ERP/MRP and construction management software integration for procurement functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in MRO sourcing practices, including leveraging bulk buying and consortium agreements for construction supplies.

• Partner with Facilities, Engineering, and Project Management teams to align procurement strategies with renovation timelines.
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement staff supporting construction and facilities operations.
• Provide regular project procurement updates to senior management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, MRO supplies, facility systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), and contractor services.
• Proven negotiation and contract management expertise.
• Experience with construction schedules and ability to identify excessive float/buffers and propose accelerated solutions.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and construction management tools (Procore, Primavera, MS Project).
• Certification (CPSM, PMP, or equivalent) preferred.
• Chinese speaking preferred, but not required.

• Deep understanding of construction procurement and facility operations.
• Ability to analyze project schedules and align procurement accordingly.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented, and able to operate in fast‑paced construction environments.
• Strategic thinker with strong cost‑control and problem‑solving capabilities.