Plant MRO Buyer - Non-Inventory, Supplies, Capital Equipment, etc.

Plant MRO Buyer

 

Company Information:  200 employee division of large manufacturer and distributor of food products.  Location:  Chicago-Southwest Suburb.

 

Position Information:  The Plant MRO Buyer will provide all non-inventory items (utilizing cost effective practices) for the operation of the division.  Identifies and selects potential sources of supply.  Monitors vendor performance.  Collaborates in establishing purchasing policies and procedures. 

 

Responsibilities:

 Procure all non-inventory MRO items, supplies, capital equipment, gasses, chemicals, maintenance and service contracts, and all outsourcing agreementsProvide sourcing of supplies for employees to aid in determining their needsReview inventory levels, adjust safety stocks and adjust minimum / maximum levels to maintain adequate levels of supplies and materialsIssue requests for bids / quotations to ensure competitive quoting process is adhered toEvaluate competitive offerings and determine overall best offer for a product or serviceImplement and maintain standardization programsIdentify and/or select potential sources of supplyAct as a liaison between vendors and production for faulty supplies, coordinate all returns and repairsTrack costs associated with defective materials and charge back suppliersCollaborate in establishing purchasing policies and proceduresMonitor vendor performanceResolve invoice discrepancies involving price, quantity or serviceCollaborate with management by providing information as requestedPerforms other related duties as assigned by the Controller

Requirements:

 Associate’s Degree (A.A. or A.A.S.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school OR 1 – 2 years manufacturing buying experience in a plant environmentGood Oral Communication Skills:  speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, participates in meetingsAttention to Cost Saving Measures:  work within approved budgets, develop cost saving measures, demonstrate knowledge of the market and competitors Self-initiative:  ability to work within a team as well as independently, demonstrate follow through on commitments, seek increased responsibilities, look for and take advantage of opportunitiesFlexibility:  must be able to manage many things at once and prioritize work.  Must be able to handle the many interruptions that come in throughout the day.Good Interpersonal Skills:  posses the ability to interact effectively with people across all levels of the organization.Computer Skills:  Word, Excel, Access.  SAP and Heiler a plus.

 Competitive Compensation and Benefits

 

CONTACT:

Brian Regnier

Westford Group

312-541-4140

regnier@westfordgroup.com