MRO Buyer

The MRO Buyer manages procurement activities across various departments, ensuring optimal cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards and procurement policies. This role requires effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, internal stakeholders, customers, and external suppliers, as well as a proactive approach to continuous improvement and cost savings.

Primary Responsibilities

Procurement Planning

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Engineering and Logistics, to understand procurement requirements, specifications, inventory needs, and priorities. Ensure planning covers MRO materials and office supplies needs.

Order Management

Place purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials and services, coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve any issues, delays, or supply risks.

Supplier Management

Monitor and manage supplier performance, including delivery performance, quality and responsiveness, and compliance with contractual obligations.

Conduct regular supplier reviews and evaluations.

Seek opportunities for supplier development, improved commercial terms, and long-term supplier relationships.

Record-Keeping

Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, contracts, trackers, and supplier information, according to company policies and procedures.

Inventory Management

Collaborate with the planning and relevant internal teams to support adequate inventory levels, considering lead times, operational requirements, and production needs.

Cost Optimization

Identify and implement cost-saving measures, sourcing opportunities, and process improvements.

Explore opportunities for supplier consolidation, improved commercial terms, and long-term agreements.

Reporting

Generate reports and analyses on procurement activities, supplier performance, purchasing performance, and cost-saving initiatives.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

Proactively identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, lead times, supplier performance, and overall efficiency.

Support and participate in Continuous Improvement projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Support other procurement categories and team members when needed.

Requirements

Skills And Competencies

Min. 5 years of proven experience as an MRO buyer.

In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, best practices, sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management.

Proven team player with a collaborative approach and willingness to support others.

Strong negotiation, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in using procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and advanced Microsoft Excel.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to work independently, take ownership, and effectively prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Proactive mindset with the ability to identify issues, raise risks early, and drive improvements.

High-level proficiency in English, including communication with international suppliers and stakeholders.

Experience & Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and/or Supply Chain Management.

Practical experience in MRO procurement.

Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.

Experience in a global or multinational organization is an advantage.

Experience in pharmaceutical, automotive, engineering, manufacturing, or import/export industries is an advantage.

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