Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Anchor Way - Hood River, OR 97031Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeSalary Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 SalaryTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: ManufacturingSummary The Maintenance, Repair, &amp; Operations (MRO) Buyer is responsible for procuring maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies and services for the food manufacturing facility. This includes sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing a wide range of items, such as spare parts, tools, lubricants, cleaning supplies, safety equipment, and maintenance services. This role also is responsible for maintaining an organized and accurate part room. The MRO Buyer plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the facility by maintaining adequate inventory levels of parts and minimizing downtime.  Essential Functions Parts Room &amp; Inventory ControlProcure MRO materials including spare parts, tools, consumables, and services to support plant operationsReceive, inspect, label, and store maintenance and spare parts in compliance with GMP, food safety, and allergen control standardsIssue parts to maintenance technicians and record transactions in the CMMS; ensure accurate flow of inbound and parts consumption records in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)Partner with Maintenance to identify and prioritize critical spare partsMaintain accurate inventory records, including lot tracking for food-contact and critical partsPerform daily and weekly cycle counts; assist with physical inventoryMaintenance SupportStage parts and kits for scheduled preventive maintenance (PMs)Identify critical spares and support uptime for high-impact production equipmentTrack warranty parts, cores, and returns with vendorsPurchasing &amp; Cost ControlManage purchase orders, confirmations, and deliveries in the ERP/CMMS system Resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing errors, and receiving issues Collaborate with Finance on spend analysis, budgeting, and cost-reduction initiatives Monitor min/max levels and initiate replenishment requestsOptimize min/max levels based on consumption patterns, trends, and business needsCoordinate with Purchasing and Maintenance leadership on approved vendors and lead timesSupport continuous improvement projects related to reliability and asset uptimeNegotiate pricing, lead times, contracts, and service agreements with vendors Identify obsolete, slow-moving, and excess inventory for reduction or disposalWork closely with maintenance and production teams to identify and address MRO needsOrganization &amp; ComplianceMaintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready parts roomSupport maintenance KPIs such as inventory accuracy, stock-outs, and PM kit fill rateFollow all safety, food safety, and sanitation requirementsCompetencies Safety-Minded Communication Research Negotiation  Teamwork and Leadership Initiative/Self-Motivation Results Driven Supervisory Responsibility NoneWork Environment This job largely operates in an office setting and will routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is also required to visit the manufacturing and warehouse floor where they will be exposed to large equipment and moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to loud, wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold; and extreme heat.  Physical Demands This role requires moderate physical activity in the office operating office equipment such as phone, computer, etc.  and on the manufacturing/warehouse floor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. The employee must have the ability to lift 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.       Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a salaried, exempt position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position may require long hours and occasional weekend work. Travel 5% - local supplies if needed. QualificationsRequired Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related degree with 2 years of experience in MRO procurement or maintenance role. A combination of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. and experience may also be considered.  Seasoned Inventory Management experience Strong negotiation and communication skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software Experience using inventory management and ERP systems (Plex is preferred) Preferred Education and Experience Food manufacturing experience in operations or maintenance Familiarity with food safety and sanitation  Other Duties Actively supports all company sustainability initiatives. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Authorization Must be eligible to work in the United States of America. Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of our customers and the communities we operate in to attract and retain the best talent, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, maternity, paternity or caring responsibilities, or any other basis protected by law. 

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