MRO Buyer

MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, & OPERATIONS BUYER

 

These are exciting times to be working at PECO. We bring the benefits of both a stable, established organization in business since 1938 and an entrepreneurial company looking to grow and re-define itself. We have a strategic vision centered on transforming PECO from a build-to-order manufacturing company to an organization excelling in technological innovation, quality and continuous improvement. We are growing as a leader in the design and manufacture of proprietary electromechanical and digital temperature control solutions and sophisticated aerospace systems.



We are seeking a results-oriented professional to work as an MRO Buyer in our purchasing group. 

 

Responsibilities include preparing and monitoring purchase orders and procure materials to support production plans, interacting with Planners, Production Personnel, Engineering, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure procurement of materials within approved schedules and quality specifications. Create and implement special purchasing programs, lead cost reductions negotiations and supplier evaluations including visiting current and prospective suppliers.

 

Prepares purchase orders and procures materials to support production plans; interacts with Planners, Production/Assembly, Engineering, Suppliers and subcontractors to ensure procurement of materials within approved schedules and quality specifications.

Negotiates cost reductions for purchased materials, services, and tooling and may prepare contracts to this end.

May create and implement other special purchasing programs with company suppliers including Kanban, JIT delivery, bread man systems, outsourcing, etc.

Monitors purchase orders, maintaining current information and interacts cross-departmentally to resolve material and purchase order issues.

Assists or leads supplier evaluation. May schedule plant tours to evaluate current and prospective suppliers.

May work with the Engineering department on new products assisting with other Buyer/Planners as needed to assist in implementing procurement of new items.

 

Qualified candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or a related discipline and two to five years of purchasing experience with proven cost reduction results, APICS and/or CPM certificate desired.  In addition, this position requires strong computer skills, including working knowledge of automated MRP systems. Strong communication skills, vendor negotiation with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite are a must as well as experience presenting complex information to a diverse audience.

 

If you are interested in applying for a position, please submit your resume, cover letter stating why you think you are a fit for the position, and salary requirements through .

 

PECO is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free work environment requiring all employees to pass a pre-employment drug screen.  Visit us online at www.Pecomanufacturing.com.