MRO Buyer

Linamar Corporation; Fruitport (MI); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Sustainability council

Community outreach programs

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Linamar Corporation is seeking an MRO Buyer to source, purchase, and manage MRO materials and services essential to production, maintenance, and facility operations. The role emphasizes reliable supplier relationships, cost control, and timely availability of critical items across casting, machining, heat treatment, and tooling.

In this position, you will negotiate with vendors, issue POs, maintain ERP inventory, and collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, MP&L, and Finance to ensure

Qualifications

• Sourcing, purchasing, and managing MRO materials and services.
• Experience with maintenance and foundry-related components preferred.
• Hands-on inventory optimization using min/max strategies.
• Strong vendor negotiation and contract management.
• Familiarity with lean tools and cost-reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate MRO materials, consumables, tooling, PPE, and facility supplies.
• Issue purchase orders on time while managing pricing, terms, contracts, and onboarding.
• Maintain ERP inventory levels, min/max settings, and report trends and costs.
• Monitor stock levels, accelerate shortages, and adjust stocking practices.
• Build supplier relationships, monitor performance, support audits and NDAs.
• Ensure purchasing aligns with policies; lead cost-reduction efforts and assist AP.
• Collaborate with Waste Elimination to reduce high-spend items.
• Work with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, Tool Room, and MP&L.
• Assist Engineering with RFQs and supplier selection for capital projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MRO materials

Negotiation

Vendor management

ERP/MRP systems

Cost control

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Tech, or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Plex)

Job description

Job Summary

The MRO Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing all Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials, services, and supplies required to support production, maintenance, and facility operations. This role ensures uninterrupted plant performance by maintaining reliable supplier relationships, controlling costs, and ensuring timely availability of critical items used in casting, machining, heat treatment, melt, tooling, and facility maintenance.

Job Description

Job Title: MRO Buyer

Starting Pay: $65,000

Job Summary

The MRO Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing all Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials, services, and supplies required to support production, maintenance, and facility operations. This role ensures uninterrupted plant performance by maintaining reliable supplier relationships, controlling costs, and ensuring timely availability of critical items used in casting, machining, heat treatment, melt, tooling, and facility maintenance.

Responsibility

• Source, negotiate, and purchase MRO materials, consumables, maintenance parts, tooling components, PPE, and facility supplies.
• Issue purchase orders accurately and on time while managing pricing, terms, contracts, and supplier onboarding.
• Maintain inventory levels in the ERP system, manage min/max settings, reduce obsolete stock, and report trends, lead times, and cost‑saving results.
• Monitor stock levels, accelerate shortages, and review aged inventory to adjust stocking practices.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitor performance, resolve issues, and support audits and NDAs.
• Ensure purchasing compliance with company policies and regulations; lead cost‑reduction efforts and support AP with invoice/PO discrepancies.
• Partner with Waste Elimination to reduce cost and usage of high‑spend items.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, Tool Room, and MP&L to support correct part usage and ensure timely sourcing for planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Assist Engineering with RFQs, vendor selection, and sourcing for capital projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Technology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of purchasing/procurement or supply chain experience in manufacturing; foundry or heavy industrial preferred.
• Experience supporting maintenance departments and sourcing mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic components.
• Hands‑on familiarity with aluminum foundry operations and related equipment.
• Experience managing MRO storerooms and implementing effective min/max strategies.
• Supply chain or procurement certification (CPSM, CPM, CPIM, etc.) a plus.
• Experience negotiating technical/industrial supplier contracts and long‑term pricing.
• Background with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Plex, etc.).
• Knowledge of lean tools (5S, root‑cause problem solving, waste reduction).

Required Skills/Experience

• Strong knowledge of industrial MRO materials, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Skilled in negotiating pricing, lead times, and supplier agreements.
• High attention to detail with accurate PO entry, inventory tracking, and documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to address supply issues quickly.
• Effective communicator able to collaborate across Maintenance, MP&L, Engineering, Production, and Finance.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel/Outlook).
• Able to monitor inventory daily and respond rapidly to shortages or supplier delays.Able to monitor inventory daily and respond rapidly to shortages or supplier delays.
• Capable of analyzing usage data to adjust min/max levels and stocking strategies.
• Willing to work on the plant floor to verify parts and support maintenance needs.
• Ability to analyze consumption trends and recommend stocking strategies and cost‑reduction opportunities.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Council
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration. With access to state-of-the‑art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.

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