Buyer - MRO Procurement

CSX Corporation; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CSX Corporation in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a procurement professional to source materials and services for MRO needs, serving as SME for major asset categories and guiding supplier selection.

Responsibilities include leading strategic sourcing, issuing RFx, evaluating bids, negotiating contracts, managing POs, and monitoring supplier performance while driving cost savings across CSX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (4-year degree)
• 1+ year of experience in Purchasing/Procurement or related fields
• High School Diploma or GED with 8+ years of related experience
• Graduate degree is preferred and beneficial

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional sourcing and procurement process for MRO
• Interface with internal customers to determine requirements and identify suppliers
• Generate RFIs or proposals; evaluate bids and select best solution
• Negotiate contracts and shepherd through the procurement lifecycle
• Manage purchasing workflow including POs, invoices, and approvals
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities across CSX and business units
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain supplier relationships
• Conduct market research to stay ahead of industry trends
• Ensure contract language aligns with policy and governance
• Address quality or supply issues for MRO as needed
• Fulfill additional duties assigned by management

Skills

Microsoft Office

Negotiation

Communication

Purchasing practices

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma/GED

Graduate Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Sources materials and/or services to meet CSX operational requirements pertaining to MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operating) commodities. Acts as a subject matter expert (SME) for the sourcing of major MRO asset categories, commodities, and services. MRO commodity procurement responsibilities include crew hauling, PPE, Office Supplies and Furniture, Amazon Business, Legal Services, crew packs, document services, Industrial Hygiene, janitorial services, tools, fasteners, chemicals, water/ice, signs, lighting, welding materials, utilities, electricity, gases, and direct vendor supply among others.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Lead the cross-functional sourcing and procurement process (Strategic Sourcing and Supply Process) for MRO
• Interface with internal customer to determine requirements and identify suppliers
• Generate requests for information (RFX) or proposals. Evaluate bids and products to determine best solution for CSX
• Negotiate contracts with potential suppliers. Shepherd the contract throughout the process
• Manage purchasing workflow, including purchase orders, invoice discrepancies, and approvals
• Identify cost reduction opportunities within the corporate environment as well as other business units
• Identify qualified suppliers and monitor supplier performance
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and developments through proactive market research
• Serve as subject matter experts on MRO needs
• Serve as the primary contact for supplier representatives and manages relationships
• Ensure contract language is consistent with corporate and legal policy
• Manage quality (performance and/or product) and supply issues for MRO
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree
• 1 or more years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement, Materials/Inventory Management, Finance, Operations, or experience relevant to the focus of this position

Equivalent Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 8 or more years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement, Materials/Inventory Management, Finance, Operations, or experience relevant to the focus of this position

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate Degree
• 1 or more years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement, Materials/Inventory Management, Finance, Operations, or experience relevant to the focus of this position

Knowledge and Skills

• Microsoft Office skills
• Negotiation skills
• Communication skills
• Knowledge of purchasing practices using traditional and non-traditional methods
• Ability to build rapport with all levels of management and contract personnel

Leadership

The CSX Leadership Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.

Job Requirements

• Work inside an office environment