MRO Buyer (Vizag)

The MRO Buyer manages procurement activities across various departments, ensuring optimal cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and compliance with quality standards. This role requires effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Primary Responsibilities:

Procurement Planning

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement requirements, including inventory needs, production schedules, and quality standards. Ensure planning covers MRO materials and office supplies needs.
  
  

Order Management

• Place purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials and services, coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve any issues or delays.
  
  

Supplier Management

• Monitor and manage supplier performance, including delivery performance, quality control, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and evaluations.
• Seek opportunities for supplier development and improvement.
  
  

Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier information, according to company policies and procedures.
  
  

Inventory Management

• Collaborate with the planning team to forecast demand, ensuring adequate inventory levels are maintained, considering lead times and production schedules.
  
  

Cost Optimization

• Identify and implement cost-saving measures and process improvements.
• Explore opportunities for supplier consolidation.
  
  

Reporting

• Generate reports and analyses on procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
  
  

Requirements:

Skills And Competencies

• min. 5 years of proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Proficiency in using procurement software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with supply chain principles, inventory management, and demand forecasting is desirable.
  
  

Experience & Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering is an added advantage.
• Practical experience in MRO and Office Supplies procurement.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.