Advanced MRO Buyer

**Job Description** Under moderate supervision, negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long\-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, supplies and services at assigned location. Identifies potential new suppliers by evaluating supplier information relevant to company needs Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Procures and sources parts and services for the MRO procurement function of the company location or product line assigned. * Analyzes quotations and evaluates suppliers for the purpose of making recommendations. * Creates, compiles and distributes Request for Quotes to suppliers. * Processes all maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) purchase orders. May assist in identifying and analyzing cost savings and negotiating price reductions. * Assists with contract development and execution with suppliers. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in business or related field * 5\+ Years relevant experience * Knowledge of Purchasing procedures and terms * Good written and oral communication skills and good presentation skills * Competent level of experience using Microsoft Word and Excel * Ability to calculate mathematical figures and amounts such as discounts, interest and percentages * Strong organizational and time management skills * Ability to work as part of a team **Benefits Summary:** * Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans * 401K with 4% company match * Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays * Bonus Program * FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Program * Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance * Various No Cost Wellness \& Chronic Condition Management Programs * Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc. * Tuition Reimbursement * Career Development and Ongoing Training * Employee Assistance Program * Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program * Volunteer opportunities * Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location) * Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location) * Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) **Annual Salary:** $81,000 \- $101,000