MRO Buyer: Sourcing Pro for Manufacturing

AB Electrolux; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours/hybrid work envt

Medical, dental, vision and life ins.

Holiday and vacation time off program

401(k) with company contribution

Discounted products

Job summary

AB Electrolux in Springfield, TN is seeking an MRO Buyer to source, purchase, and manage MRO materials and services for plant operations. You will partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, Finance, EHS, and suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, competitive pricing, timely delivery, and policy compliance.

Responsibilities include leading RFQs, negotiating terms, managing POs and supplier records in ERP, and driving cost savings while supporting budgeting and operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials management.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• Experience with MRO, industrial services, or indirect materials purchasing.
• SAP and/or Ariba experience.
• Experience conducting supplier negotiations and competitive sourcing events.

Responsibilities

• Purchase MRO materials, spare parts, consumables, tooling, PPE, equipment, and services for plant operations.
• Lead RFQs and competitive bidding activities to secure best value.
• Negotiate pricing, service agreements, and delivery terms with suppliers.
• Create and manage purchase orders, contracts, and supplier records in ERP.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and cost.
• Resolve supplier, pricing, delivery, and invoice issues promptly.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations to align procurement with needs.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, standardization, and process improvements.
• Assist budgeting by providing supplier quotes and purchasing analysis.
• Coordinate with suppliers and Accounts Payable to resolve payment issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Negotiation

Relationship building

Multitasking

Analytical

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Manufacturing support

Sourcing

Competitive sourcing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering OR equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Job description

AB Electrolux in Springfield, TN is seeking an MRO Buyer to source, purchase, and manage MRO materials and services for plant operations. You will partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, Finance, EHS, and suppliers to ensure continuity of supply, competitive pricing, timely delivery, and policy compliance.

Responsibilities include leading RFQs, negotiating terms, managing POs and supplier records in ERP, and driving cost savings while supporting budgeting and operational goals.