MRO Buyer

MARSHALLTOWN's Fayetteville location is a seeking an MRO Buyer responsible for acquiring materials and supplies, scheduling services and placing purchase orders for goods while maintaining acceptable levels of inventories. They are also responsible for receiving and distributing incoming shipments as well as maintaining documentation pertaining to equipment and production. 

The successful candidate must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment providing timely responses and possess demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills in resolving issues in a tactful manner. Strong attention to detail is also critical in this role.

 This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing supplies and materials for Production, Maintenance and Tool and Die activities. Conduct vendor research and sourcing, obtain competitive quotes, make purchasing recommendations on all items, prepare and issue Purchase Requisitions. Ensure purchasing activities follow defined approval authority and company policies.
• Research MRO item requirements, sources, availability, costs and then recommend appropriate actions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of supporting Information System capabilities, monitor validity, and make recommendations on improving the effectiveness of MRO Buyer.  Maintain data in the supporting computer MRO related programs.  Obtain and analyze reports and initiate actions as required. Administer and improve the effectiveness of the computer-based MRO control system.
• Maintain and control the storage and issue of MRO items consistent with company policy.
• Assist as necessary the shipping of MRO items and materials to supporting vendors and users.
• Review incoming work orders and requirements, alert critical personnel as appropriate, enter defined data into the control system, issue required action documents, monitor related activities, and provide recommendations for improving effectiveness.
• Work with Engineering to establish and maintain inventory levels of the machine tooling.
• Support other activities consistent with the unique capabilities and activities of this position.
• Other project work as assigned.

• Two-year degree in related field or a combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of manufacturing, production, and maintenance equipment
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills effective at all levels
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with many interruptions
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with high levels of accuracy.
• Experience in a windows-based computer environment with solid working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and the Microsoft Office components Word and Excel

MARSHALLTOWN offers comprehensive total rewards packages to include competitive wages, matching 401k retirement plans, dental, Traditional and High Deductible Health Plans with employer HSA contributions, immediate vacation eligibility, just to name a few!

MARSHALLTOWN is proud to provide equal employment opportunity to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, protected disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.