Key ResponsibilitiesNegotiate optimum pricing, terms, and timely procurement of MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) consumables and supplies.Actively participate in review meetings to ensure the successful launch of new products, processes, and tools as requiredManage the MRO crib and the workers assigned to MRO crib dutiesWork with Maintenance and Production to ensure MRO crib is effectively utilizedExpedite/follow up on requirements as necessaryAnalyze supplier quotations and award purchase orders/contractsEnsure timely delivery of acceptable quality goods and services to meet the needs of the organization.Work with suppliers to effectively resolve delivery issues in a timely manner for MRO consumables and supplies.Coordinate, control, and follow-up all goods returned for credit, repair, or replacementMaintain document control of purchase orders to ensure audit trails are in place and meet financial and procedural requirementsMaintain up to date MRO purchasing filesEstablish and communicate supplier lead times, optimum lot sizes, packaging, shipping parameters, and any other purchasing parameters as necessaryMaintains vendor and product information files and providesdivision with MRO related informationReview service contracts, rental and maintenance agreements, renegotiate, award and/or renew as requiredMaintain up to date service contracts and recordsAssist other departments with consumable inventory practices to reflect cost savings for the organization.Monitor effectiveness and revise as required.Reconcile variances between purchase orders and invoicesIdentify, plan, and develop projects which reflect continuous improvement and offer cost savings to the organizationRequests cycle counts as required with applicable follow up and problem solving for MRO componentsCoordinate/schedule completion of supplier surveys as requiredWork with purchasing in supplying requested information, participation in meetings, conference calls, roll out of initiatives, etc.Understands, utilizes, and submits suggestions for improvement to departmental proceduresAbilitiesTeam PlayerSelf-starter.Request and ensure receipt of SDS for all purchase productsEstablish and maintain a high level of communication and effective working relationships with suppliers and peersPossesses excellent verbal and written communication skillsEndure changes and quick adaptation to it.Conducts themselves in a professional mannerKeeps work area cleanOther duties as requiredEnglish bilingualExcel
