MRO-Buyer

Standard Motor Products, Inc.; Greenville, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SMP, 5150 Pelham Rd, Greenville, SC, is seeking a Buyer – MRO to support Engineering operations. You will handle purchasing, stock and ship components, and work with suppliers to secure best prices and reliable delivery.

Responsibilities include maintaining purchase orders, coordinating with operations, and ensuring accurate invoicing and payments in collaboration with Finance. The role is onsite at SMP facilities in Greenville, SC.

Qualifications

• Purchasing duties to support Engineering Department Operations.
• Stock, control, inventory and transport components and equipment that will be used for production in other SMP facilities.
• Identify alternative vendors or products that meet the specifications (In- Kind Replacement).
• Work closely with operations representatives to determine best items, suppliers, and prices to purchase in support of department objectives.
• Determine most cost-effective and efficient methods for ordering MRO items and transporting goods.
• Maintain MRO processes and purchase order documentation within and across departments to provide a reliable and organized system.
• Trace and monitor purchase orders and invoices and effectively communicate with the requestor of item availability, order lead-time and order status.

Responsibilities

• Purchase MRO items to support Engineering operations.
• Order tools, machine components and operating supplies per requestor requirements.
• Stock, control, inventory and transport components and equipment used for production.
• Identify alternative vendors or products that meet specifications.
• Collaborate with operations to determine best items, suppliers, and prices.
• Ensure cost-effective ordering methods and efficient transportation of goods.
• Maintain POs and documentation across departments for a reliable system.
• Trace orders and invoices and communicate item availability and status.
• Work with Finance to address invoice payments and reconcile concerns.

Skills

Purchasing

Inventory control

Vendor sourcing

Interdepartmental collaboration

Job description

SMP, 5150 Pelham Rd, Greenville, South Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Buyer – MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations)

Job Description:

• Purchasing duties to support Engineering Department Operations.
• Order tools, machine components and operating supplies per requestor requirements.
• Stock, control, inventory and transport components and equipment that will be used for production in other SMP facilities.
• Identify alternative vendors or products that meet the specifications (In- Kind Replacement).
• Work closely with operations representatives to determine best items, suppliers, and prices to purchase in support of department objectives.
• Determine most cost-effective and efficient methods for ordering MRO items and transporting goods.
• Maintain MRO processes and purchase order documentation within and across departments to provide a reliable and organized system.
• Trace and monitor purchase orders and invoices and effectively communicate with the requestor of item availability, order lead-time and order status.

Work with Finance Department to address invoice payments and reconcile concerns and discrepancies.

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Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SMP, 5150 Pelham Rd, Greenville, South Carolina, United States of America