MRO Clerk

SOPACKO; Bennettsville (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SOPAKCO in Bennettsville, SC is seeking a full-time Purchasing/Procurement Associate. The role supports inventory planning, vendor negotiations, and PO processing. You will track costs, resolve discrepancies, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective deliveries.

The position is non-exempt and requires strong data skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work across departments to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Excel and Word; Ross is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Experience with vendor sourcing, pricing, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Contact vendors to obtain price, specs, and lead times.
• Process approved purchase orders and track costs.
• Expedite orders and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
• Maintain accurate inventory and parts room organization.
• Prepare purchase orders and bid requests; review supplier proposals.

Skills

Excel

Analytical

Communication

Vendor relations

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

College preferred

Tools

Ross system

MS Office

Job description

• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

EEO: Admin Support Worker PAY TYPE: Non-exempt

MAJOR DUTIES: Contacts vendors and obtains prices and specifications as needed, processes approved purchase orders, performs cost tracking and expediting, resolves discrepancies, responds to emergencies, maintains and adjusts inventory levels, parts room organization, and restocking. Follows up with vendors to ensure orders are processed, obtaining status as needed, and are received by the requesting party. Coordinates maintenance planning activities by communicating part availability for planned work. Follows all state and federal transportation laws, OSHA safety rules, GMPs, and all food safety laws and regulations—other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Copies data and compiles records and reports.
• Operates computer terminal to input and retrieve data.
• Calling or emailing vendors of all new purchase orders.
• Assisting other departments when it is required.
• Review requisitions.
• Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Prepares purchase orders or bid requests.
• Receives and contacts vendors to find out the status of an order.
• Contacts vendors with discrepancies in quantity and quality.
• Interfaces with all departments and resolves problems and issues with items needing purchase.
• Reviews bid proposals and negotiates contracts within budgetary limitations and scope of authority.
• Maintain our inventory tracking system
• Locate and develop long-term relationships with new vendors
• Purchase the highest quality products at the lowest price in correct quantities
• Closely watch inventories and monitor the needs based on usage
• Issue Purchase Orders after successfully searching for the best bids and finalizing the terms and conditions of the negotiations
• Review and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, capability, and reputation
• Negotiate contracts where necessary
• Monitor shipments and take all necessary steps to ensure that they are received on time and entered into the Ross System
• Communicate with maintenance, Operations, and supplier on issues concerning defective or unacceptable goods, and determine corrective action
• Arrange freight when necessary or when it is a benefit to SOPAKCO
• Acquire product specifications and all necessary paperwork from vendors to satisfy the needs of our operation and database
• Maintain PM / Work order Program.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required:

• Strong computer skills, including Excel Word (Ross is a plus)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must have analytical skills and the ability to understand and maintain in-stock inventory conditions
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple tasks while providing superior service to all department and team members
• High energy level, initiative, creative problem solving and sense of urgency
• Must have good working knowledge of machine parts, procedures, and processes.
• Must be able to read drawings and technical manuals
• Must also be able to work with minimal supervision and anticipate and react to the needs of the department
• Must be willing to work weekends extended hours when needed
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Must have a good understanding of machine parts
• Must have a good work record

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: College preferred, High school diploma or (GED); Food industry experience is desired. R elated experience and training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS : Must have good phone skills and interact well with others. Must have basic knowledge of current software packages. Detail-oriented with good organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with vendors. Must also have strong negotiating, analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to work as a team member.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reaching above shoulder height, below the waist, or Lifting as required, filing documents, or storing materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. Must be able to lift to 50 lbs., walk, sit, and stand for several hours, and climb stairs and ladders

The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas, where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.