MRO Buyer

Summary of Position:

The MRO Buyer purchases all maintenance‑related supplies and equipment for the plant, supports multiple departments’ material needs, manages vendor scheduling, and oversees preventive‑maintenance work‑order creation and coordination.

Functions of the Position:

• Purchases parts/supplies from the most appropriate and cost-effective vendor.
• Follows purchasing requests through to completion. Obtains multiple quotes for non-standard equipment.
• Sources the components needed to allow for timely delivery.
• Follows all purchasing and paperwork requirements.
• Keeps all necessary supplies stocked to acceptable levels. This includes adding parts into system and onto unit BOMs.
• Generates and issues work orders for PMs.
• Integrate parts inventory with Computer Management Maintenance System (CMMS).
• Obtains multiple quotes for non-standard equipment.
• Follows all purchasing and paperwork requirements.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Knowledge:

• Three plus years of maintenance and purchasing experience.
• Food industry experience with processing and packaging equipment preferred
• High school graduate or equivalent.

Skills and Competencies:

• Computer skills to allow for all purchasing requirements.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Good communication skills and the ability to maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and vendors is necessary.
• Detailed oriented with good math skills.

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Pay: $51,370.00 - $64,213.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person