Lead MRO Buyer / Stockroom Specialist MI

Overview

Lead MRO Buyer / Stockroom Specialist MI – JOST International

Introduction : This position reports to the Purchasing Manager. It is accountable for fulfilling all assigned duties with authority delegated commensurate with responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Quote, source, and procure MRO materials and services using a total cost of ownership approach within budget.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard new suppliers, and manage existing suppliers within the MRO (NP) commodity group.
• Establish and manage stock room operations to support maintenance, repair, and operational needs, aiming for 100% uptime for critical equipment and services.
• Support Greeneville, TN with supplier and systems assistance as needed; maintain stock room records per established processes.
• Execute CAPEX-related purchasing in collaboration with operations and engineering; issue purchase orders via SAP ensuring authorization limits are met.
• Assist with invoice discrepancies and ensure PO accuracy.
• Establish reorder procedures and maintain appropriate stocking levels for critical spare parts and MRO supplies.
• Communicate MRO / stockroom needs across JOST departments; report progress and escalate critical shortages.
• Coordinate daily with the stockroom clerk on storage of spare parts, components, and supplies.
• Manage / Maintain Mpulse system for spare parts; perform cycle counts and annual physical inventories.
• Perform root cause analysis for inventory issues and implement corrective actions to prevent shortages.
• Contribute ideas for cost reduction and optimal inventory levels.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Employment Details

Notes : Referrals may increase interview chances. Location : Grand Haven, MI (also mentioning Muskegon, MI as applicable in postings).

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