Lead-MRO Centre

Martinrea International; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinrea International in Tupelo, MS is seeking an MRO Centre Lead to oversee nonproduction inventory, spare parts, tools, consumables, and maintenance supplies, ensuring timely availability and accuracy across maintenance and operations.

The role requires strong organizational skills, adherence to procedures, and clear communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers; experience with ERP/MRO processes is preferred and progress toward continuous improvement is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years in warehouse operations, inventory control, or MRO roles.
• Proficiency with ERP and MS Office; data-driven with strong numerical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate ERP inventory records and keep ERP data current.
• Analyze consumption patterns and optimize inventory levels; reduce excess stock.
• Receive, store, classify, and organize MRO materials per procedures.
• Utilize MRP tools to replenish inventory to target levels.
• Conduct routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Lead supplier walkthroughs and MRO Centre assessments for consolidation opportunities.
• Escalate shortages or critical issues to the SCO Manager as required.
• Manage repairable items, requisitioning, shipment coordination, and restocking on return.
• Serve as primary contact for the Share the Spares initiative to maximize internal resource utilization.
• Issue parts, tools, and consumables to authorized personnel per protocols.
• Ensure all items are labeled, stored, and shelved to maintain traceability.

Skills

MRO inventory management

Analytical capability

Data entry proficiency

Attention to detail

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

CMS

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Martinrea International Inc. is a diversified and global automotive supplier,a diversified and global automotive supplier engaged in developing and manufacturing highly engineered, value-added Lightweight Structures and Propulsion Systems. We employ approximately 16,000 skilled and currently operate in 57 locations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain, China, South Africa, and Japan. Martinrea's vision is making lives better by being the best supplier we can be in the products we make and the services we provide.

Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:

• Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers.
• Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people.
• Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.
• Being positive contributors to our communities.

The MRO Centre Lead is responsible for the oversight, control, and coordination of all nonproduction inventory, including spare parts, tools, consumables, and maintenance related supplies. This position ensures the timely availability, accuracy, and proper management of materials required to support equipment maintenance, facility operations, and overall manufacturing reliability. The role requires strong organizational capability, adherence to established procedures, and effective communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. production inventory, including spare parts, tools, consumables, and maintenance related supplies. This position ensures the timely availability, accuracy, and proper management of materials required to support equipment maintenance, facility operations, and overall manufacturing reliability. The role requires strong organizational capability, adherence to established procedures, and effective communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• One to three years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or MRO related roles.

Essential Functions/Competency Level

Core Competencies and Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of MRO inventory management, maintenance operations, and tooling requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with ERP systems; CMS experience preferred
• Strong numerical accuracy, data entry proficiency, and analytical capability
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational discipline
• Ability to coordinate activities and communicate effectively across multiple shifts

Inventory Management

• Maintain accurate and up to date inventory records within the ERP system-to-date inventory records within the ERP system
• Analyze consumption patterns and recommend adjustments to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess stock
• Receive, store, classify, and organize MRO materials in accordance with established procedures
• Utilize MRP tools to replenish inventory to defined target levels
• Conduct routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies in a timely manner
• Lead supplier walkthroughs and MRO Centre assessments to identify opportunities for consolidation, substitution, or cost reduction
• Escalate material shortages or critical issues to the SCO Manager as required
• Manage repairable items, including requisitioning, shipment coordination, and restocking upon return
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the Share the Spares initiative to maximize internal resource utilization
• Issue parts, tools, and consumables to authorized personnel in accordance with established protocols
• Safely operate pallet jacks and other approved material handling equipment handling equipment
• Ensure all items are properly labeled, stored, and shelved to maintain traceability and accessibility

Customer and Operational Support

• Serve as the primary internal contact for part and supply requests
• Respond promptly to urgent or breakdown related material needs related material needs
• Assist in identifying substitute materials or locating unavailable items
• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure inventory readiness for planned maintenance, shutdowns, and new equipment installations
• Coordinate activities and task assignments for MRO Centre Associates on alternate shifts

Documentation and Reporting

• Record all inventory transactions, including receipts, issues, returns, and adjustments
• Prepare and distribute reports on inventory levels, usage trends, and replenishment requirements
• Support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and documentation requests
• Meet established KPI expectations related to accuracy, timeliness, and operational performance