MRO Buyer
PTS Advance
Full-time
On-site
Fort Mill, South Carolina, United States
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MRO Buyer – Fort Mill, SC
Job Description
The MRO and CAPEX Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) for production equipment and facility upgrades. This role plays a critical part in optimizing supply chains, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the cost-effective acquisition of operational maintenance items and long-term capital assets across multiple manufacturing sites.
The MRO and CAPEX Buyer is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) for production equipment and facility upgrades. This role plays a critical part in optimizing supply chains, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the cost-effective acquisition of operational maintenance items and long-term capital assets across multiple manufacturing sites.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. MRO Procurement (Primary Focus)
- Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for MRO materials, including spare parts, maintenance tools, safety supplies, lubricants, and electrical components.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms to secure reliable supply chains and achieve cost savings.
- Analyze historical usage data to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and prevent production downtime.
- Ensure compliance with safety (OSHA, NFPA), environmental (EPA), and quality standards.
- Drive process improvements for purchase requisition (PR) to purchase order (PO) workflows.
2. CAPEX Procurement (Secondary Focus)
- Lead the procurement of capital assets, including new production equipment, facility upgrades, and technology systems.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and finance teams to define requirements, develop RFPs/RFQs, and evaluate vendor proposals.
- Negotiate long-term contracts, lease agreements, or financing options for CAPEX projects, ensuring alignment with budgetary goals and ROI targets.
- Manage vendor performance for CAPEX projects, including installation timelines, warranty terms, and post-purchase support.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and finance teams to prioritize both urgent MRO needs and strategic CAPEX initiatives.
- Coordinate with logistics and legal teams to manage customs clearance, installation logistics, and contract compliance for imported equipment or materials.
- Provide regular updates to leadership on procurement progress, cost variances, and risk mitigation strategies.
4. Cost Optimization & Compliance
- Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers and leverage volume discounts for both MRO and CAPEX categories.
- Ensure procurement activities align with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR, EAR for imported equipment).
- Prepare performance reports on cost savings, on-time delivery rates, and asset utilization for both operational and capital purchases.
Skills and Qualifications
- Expertise in operational procurement (MRO) and capital asset acquisition.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools (e.g., Ariba, Coupa).
- Strong financial acumen for evaluating CAPEX proposals, ROI models, and depreciation strategies.
- Exceptional negotiation skills and experience managing complex vendor relationships.
Traits
- Strategic mindset with a balance of short-term maintenance needs and long-term investment goals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving supply chain disruptions.
- Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of combined experience in MRO and CAPEX procurement, preferably in manufacturing.
- Proven track record in managing high-value CAPEX projects, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and project coordination.
Compensation and Benefits
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
- Annual bonus eligibility of up to 10% of salary
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Health Savings Account option
- Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
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