MRO BUYER

SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC is a growing multinational supplier to the global appliance OEMs. With more than 70 years of expertise and innovation, we design and sell components and systems to the residential appliance industry (refrigeration, cooking, laundry), commercial refrigeration, HVAC, retail display and home/office organizational markets. More information is available on our website https://www.sswtechnologies.com/

Job Summary:

The Onsite MRO Buyer will purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Purchase raw or semifinished materials for manufacturing. May negotiate contracts.

Buyer – MRO | Gemtron Corporation

Location: Sweetwater, TN – Onsite Position
Salary: $70K–$75K
Travel: 20–30% to SSW sites and suppliers

Join Gemtron Corporation “The People and Expertise Behind Your Perfect Products.”

We’re looking for a Buyer (MRO) who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment and is ready to make an impact by keeping our operations running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Source and purchase maintenance supplies, spare parts, tools, safety equipment, and services.
• Manage vendor relationships for MRO items and negotiate pricing/delivery terms.
• Develop pricing and stocking agreements for larger category spends.
• Ensure timely availability of maintenance and repair items to avoid downtime.
• Lead corporate MRO initiatives to harmonize spend and reduce supplier base.
• Process purchase orders and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with maintenance and facilities teams to understand requirements.
• Track spend and identify cost-saving opportunities for indirect materials.

What We’re Looking For

Experience: Minimum 3+ years in a high-volume, repetitive manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills:

• SAP experience highly preferred; BPCS experience is a big plus.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to travel 20–30% to SSW sites and suppliers.

Why Gemtron?
At Gemtron, you’ll be part of a team that values integrity, continuous improvement, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference in our operations.