BUYER - MRO

Franklin-Precision-Industr; Salmons (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin-Precision-Industr is seeking a Buyer - MRO in Franklin, KY. The role involves sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, analyzing costs, and collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, and internal customers to identify cost-reduction opportunities.

Key duties include handling supplier documentation, ensuring regulatory and safety compliance, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. Experience in ERP systems, especially INFOR Net-Link, is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Sources and negotiates with suppliers; requests quotations and evaluates proposals.
• Works with internal teams to identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Performs cost analyses to support strategic decisions.
• Maintains supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and on-time delivery.
• Ensures compliance and proper documentation for purchased goods.

Skills

Communication

Analytics

ERP

Supplier relations

Time management

Data management

Education

AS/AA in Supply Chain or related field

1-year experience in Purchasing/Procurement

Tools

INFOR Net-Link

Job description

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BUYER - MRO

Full Time Franklin, KY, US

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.