MRO Buyer

About the position

The MRO Buyer at Post Consumer Brands in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, is responsible for the procurement, inventory control, and distribution of materials necessary for the maintenance and repair of equipment within the plant. This role involves collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to ensure the availability of parts and supplies, supporting the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and adhering to safety and quality standards. The MRO Buyer plays a crucial role in maintaining operational efficiency and supporting the company's commitment to food safety and quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Order routine/emergency replacement parts and supplies and expedite delivery.
• Plan, organize and supervise the setting up and maintenance of supplies purchasing and inventory system.
• Provide assistance with parts and supplies specifying and purchasing to all departments and levels.
• Determine ideal inventory levels to ensure production and protect long lead items.
• Negotiate prices and expedite delivery of replacement parts; investigate better products, pricing or services.
• Provide system support for Computerized Maintenance Inventory Management System.
• Provide parts and supplies consulting and specifying services to customers throughout the company.
• Support corporate sourcing partnership models to drive cost savings initiatives.
• Purchase and inventory plant safety supplies specified by Safety Department/Safety Committees and certain selected supplies for production and quality departments.
• Maintain computerized Purchasing/Receiving system for MRO and Engineering plant items and oversee daily operations of the purchase order.
• Participate in weekly rotation for after-hours buyer coverage.
• Complete projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years post high school education in maintenance and/or purchasing OR equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of basic engineering, electronics, hydraulics and pneumatics and fabrication principles.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory systems and purchasing.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in plant maintenance in a manufacturing environment, including 1 year purchasing experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work closely with peers and internal customers to share responsibility and solve problems.
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical operation of production equipment and use of maintenance and diagnostic tools.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Able to work in a variety of environments (Office, warehouse and production) and able to lift up to 50 pounds and maneuver heavier objects using team lift or mechanical assistance.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.