BUYER - MRO

Franklin Precision Industry, Inc.; Franklin, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin Precision Industry, Inc. in Franklin, KY is seeking a Full Time Buyer - MRO to source and negotiate with suppliers, analyze costs, and drive cost reductions across the supply chain.

The role collaborates with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Maintenance teams to optimize procurement and ensure compliant purchasing processes. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, create data-driven analyses, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing

Qualifications

• Proficient oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in constructing analytical tools for decision making using Microsoft Office.
• Technical aptitude and inclination.

Responsibilities

• Sources and negotiates with potential suppliers, requests quotations, evaluates, analyzes results and recommends suppliers.
• Works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and internal customers to find cost reduction opportunities.
• Performs in-depth cost analysis, focusing on process cost information for cost reduction opportunities.
• Acts as a primary contact for supplier negotiations and contracts on indirect materials.
• Places orders for goods and services that have proper purchase order requisition approval.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

AS/AA in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

INFOR Net-Link ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

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BUYER - MRO

Full Time Franklin, KY, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1393

Essential Functions

• Sources and negotiates with potential suppliers, requests quotations, evaluates, analyzes results and recommends suppliers based on FPI procedures and all applicable laws.
• Works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance and all internal customers to find cost reduction opportunities
• Performs in-depth cost analysis, focusing on process cost information for cost reduction opportunities.
• Acts as a primary contact for supplier negotiations and contracts on indirect materials.
• Places orders for goods and services that have proper purchase order requisition approval.
• Provides cost analysis data to management for strategic decision making.
• Acts as primary contact in resolving issues involving suppliers: invoice discrepancies, pricing, deliveries, etc.
• Maintains positive supplier relationships to ensure good quality, cost and delivery
• Requests & tracks supplier documentation on behalf of Accounting Department
• Ensures regulatory & safety compliance of purchased goods by obtaining Safety Data Sheets
• Ensures products adhere to internal policies and bridges the gap between policymakers and internal customers
• PowerPoint presentation support for management
• Technical support & troubleshooting software-related issues
• Fosters a positive work environment by remaining friendly, helpful and cordial
• Manages and improves key controlled documents
• Researches and sources non-inventory products and irregular services
• Provides day-to-day guidance to junior team members
• Analyzes workflows & processes; suggests & implements efficient and time-saving/cost-saving solutions
• Supports Kaizen and continuous improvement activities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Dimensions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities or KSAs)

• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in constructing analytical tools for decision making using Microsoft Office.
• Technical aptitude and inclination.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to forge internal customer and external supplier relationships.
• Deadline and detail-oriented
• Experience and understanding of the entire supply chain from order placement to accounts payable.
• Working knowledge of ERP system functionality (INFOR Net-Link)
• Project and time management to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Data management & analysis of unstructured data
• Self-education in related areas & teaching team members
• Networking with suppliers and professionals in and outside the industry
• Retains knowledge and utilizes it for quick and efficient routine work

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

• AS/AA in Supply Chain Management, Business, OR Engineering, OR a related field OR 1-year Supply Chain OR Purchasing/Procurement,OR other related experience is required.