MRO BUYER

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The Onsite MRO Buyer will purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment, and purchase raw or semi-finished materials for manufacturing. May negotiate contracts.

Location: Sweetwater, TN – Onsite Position
Salary: $70K–$75K
Travel: 20–30% to SSW sites and suppliers

• Source and purchase maintenance supplies, spare parts, tools, safety equipment, and services.
• Manage vendor relationships for MRO items and negotiate pricing/delivery terms.
• Develop pricing and stocking agreements for larger category spends.
• Ensure timely availability of maintenance and repair items to avoid downtime.
• Lead corporate MRO initiatives to harmonize spend and reduce supplier base.
• Process purchase orders and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with maintenance and facilities teams to understand requirements.
• Track spend and identify cost‑saving opportunities for indirect materials.

Experience: Minimum 3+ years in a high‑volume, repetitive manufacturing environment.

• SAP experience highly preferred; BPCS experience is a big plus.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to travel 20–30% to SSW sites and suppliers.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Consumer Goods