Mro Buyer

**MRO Buyer**

**Competitive salary and benefits**

Our client is a leading global manufacturer, dedicated to engineering possibilities that drive innovation across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors worldwide. Specializing in electrical, lighting, data networks, and energy management solutions, they are committed to meeting the evolving needs of their diverse customer base.

As MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) Buyer you will play a pivotal role in procuring goods and services necessary for the maintenance, repair, and operation of facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Manage the in-house MRO stores to uphold stock accuracy and provide effective service to the required departments.
- Place orders for MRO parts to maintain agreed stock levels, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed timescales.
- Arrange for non-stock parts and repairs as needed, ensuring delivery adheres to agreed timescales.
- Ensure purchases stay within budget or obtain appropriate approvals if purchase prices exceed the budget.
- Maintain regular communication with suppliers to ensure timely dispatch and receipt of goods within agreed timescales, managing exceptional freight authorizations accurately.
- Record order delivery dates accurately to ensure the availability of the most up-to-date information.
- Maintain accurate and current supplier and product data.
- Safely manage and coordinate the storage and issue of MRO parts in line with approved procedures.
- Process documentation and system transactions to maintain control and accuracy of MRO inventory.
- Conduct MRO inventory cycle counts, maintain stock accuracy.
- Adhere to all site Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards and procedures.
- Follow all policies and procedures for accident control and prevention.
- Report any accidents/incidents.
- Support and engage in supplier development programs and reviews to meet business targets.
- Assist in implementing and maintaining the company's supplier compliance program, ensuring due diligence is applied as per business requirements.

**Ideal experience and skills**:

- Background in MRO supply (both purchasing and storekeeping)
- Operating in a fast-paced environment to challenging deadlines
- Planning and procurement of raw materials
- Working within Supply Chain/ buying team
- Working with MRP
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong MS Office, including intermediate Excel
- Team Player
- Self-motivated and a flexible approach to workload and tasks

**Education**
- HNC in a business discipline would be an advantage
- CIPS or similar qualification would be an advantage but not essential

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: dl/MRO buyer