MRO Buyer

MRO BuyerThe MRO Buyer, reporting to the Maintenance Manager, plays a vital role in keeping our facility running at peak performance. In this position, you'll lead the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of all indirect materials and supplies that keep our operations moving. Partnering closely with maintenance, production, management, and other departments, you'll anticipate needs, streamline purchasing, and oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory management. Your work ensures that critical parts and supplies are always on handsupporting smooth equipment operation, reducing downtime, and driving continuous improvement across the site. If you love being the go-to problem solver who keeps everything running behind the scenes, this role offers a major opportunity to make an impact.Ways You Will Make A DifferenceGenerate purchase orders in SAP, tracking purchase requests in SAP and Ariba daily and create ordersForecast and track inventory levels to prevent stockouts while minimizing excessTrack costs for emergency shipmentsSource and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal price, quality, lead time, and contract termsAdd new items to SAP including suppliers, manufacturers, cost, photos, units of measure, and conversions as neededPartner with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Production departments to assess needs, develops spares lists, and align purchases with the maintenance scheduleMaintain accurate vendor records, price lists, purchase history, and warranty informationAnalyze spend data, identify savings opportunities, and recommend cost-effective suppliersWork with corporate procurement on cost saving initiativesSkills That Will Make You SuccessfulStrong written and verbal communication skillsHighly organized with attention to detailExcellent analytical and negotiation skillsSelf-motivated and able to prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic settingCollaboration capabilities, able to work with suppliers and internal stakeholdersExperiences That Will Support Your Success2-5 years of MRO, procurement, or purchasing experience in manufacturing required, CPG or food processing strongly preferredAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferredExperience using SAP or related ERP system requiredExperience issuing Pos, expediting, and managing supplier relationshipsDemonstrated background in cost-savings and inventory management initiativesKnowledge of maintenance parts, tools, and equipment a plusMaintenance experience/knowledge very helpful including parts, tools, and equipmentWhat We OfferAt Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.CompensationThe salary range for this role is $75,000-90,000 annually.Equal OpportunityWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.