MRO Maintenance Buyer

GE Vernova; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Discretionary annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GE Vernova in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Material Resource Planner to manage the flow of MRO parts to a manufacturing cell. You will ensure material availability for preventive and reactive maintenance and accurately record transactions in ERP/CMMS systems.

The role requires strong attention to inventory accuracy, leadership of crib attendants, cycle counts, and collaboration with buyers. Experience with SAP or CMMS is preferred, and relocation support is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Materials Management or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in maintenance materials purchasing/procurement.
• Knowledge of industrial machine tool maintenance components (Mechanical, Hydraulic, Robotic, PLC, CNC, HMI, PC, Electrical, Electronic).

Responsibilities

• Manage all Incoming and Outgoing MRO Inventory.
• Coordinate Receiving activity for MRO Inventory.
• Ensure inventory accuracy via cycle counting (three times annually).
• Supervise Crib Attendants and 5S activities.
• Lead safety compliance in material storage and handling.
• Enter work order data in Maximo or L2L for reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Multi-project coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Materials Management or Industrial Engineering

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

# Job Description Summary
The Maintenance Material Resource Planner will manage the flow of Spare Parts to a manufacturing cell or area. As an MRP Planner, ensure availability of all required materials to perform preventative and reactive Maintenance and that all transactions are properly executed in the systems (ERP / CMMS). In this role you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and can affect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage all Incoming and Outgoing MRO Inventory
• Supervise work scope for all reports i.e. “Crib Attendants” for all MRO Inventory Locations.
• Including inventory accuracy via cycle counting, expectation is three times annual.
• Ensuring all Critical Parts are in Inventory at all times.
• Manage and coordinate all Receiving activity for MRO Inventory.
• Coordinate all MRO inventory expedite deliveries to the machine for Repairs.
• Coordinate all logistics of outgoing and incoming Maintenance Repair items to the vendor and returning to the machine to expedite repairs.
• Coordinate with Buyers all Maintenance expedites of incoming components from UPS and FEDEX, including deliveries to the machine.
• Ensure Inventory Accuracy for Critical Items are on-hand in all Crib Locations via cycle counting through ownership.
• Weekly Metrics Reporting of all MRO Key Performance Indicators (KPI) as defined for this role.
• Coordinate with Buyers to ensure all PM’s are pulled and kitted Ready for Technicians.
• Manage Crib Attendants in all MRO location 5S activities to insure cleanliness and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure all cribs are Secure to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Supervise all aspects of Safety with Vehicle Safety, including material storage, pallet storage, unbalanced loads, vertical racking.
• Ensure all Crib Attendants have all safety certifications and complete their daily Check Lists, i.e. forklift, flatbed trucks, pickup trucks and box trucks, utilized by the MRO team.
• nsure all crib attendants make necessary corrections in the management of inventory accuracy.
• Identify Obsolescence and dispose as directed through the removal of equipment.
• Efficiently utilize Microsoft Office tools as well as correctly and accurately enter work order data into the Maintenance Management System (Maximo) or (L2L) for reporting and trending data reporting.
• Operate various material-moving equipment (e.g., forklifts and jib/gantry cranes)
• Assist in Driving key performance metrics and track results for business priorities as defined by your role i.e. safety, quality, productivity, delivery, people, projects.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Participate in Team activities for Human Resources, Problem Solving, 5S, Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvements projects as defined by your role.
• Interface with other GE organizations and Vendors to benchmark best practice processes and assist in continual improving the MRO processes.
• Perform other assigned duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Materials Management or Industrial Engineering OR High School Diploma / GED or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience
• 2+ years of Maintenance Materials Purchasing / Procurement with knowledge in industrial machine tool maintenance components, including Mechanical, Hydraulic, Robotic, PLC, CNC, HMI, PC, Electrical, Electronic, and the understanding of what components qualifies as Repairs
• Ability and willingness to work the off-shift leaders to ensure production support initiatives are communicated and met
• Demonstrate Strong Leadership Abilities

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven ability to identify maintenance spare parts such as, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic components.
• Advocate for change
• SAP and CMMS (Central Maintenance Management System) is preferred

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires the employee to perform work while standing a minimum of 7 hours per day and the ability to carry up to 40lbs on a frequent basis. Must have ability to conduct repetitive motion tasks daily and climb stairs/ladders when necessary
• Ability to work above or below floor level

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to work overtime, weekend shifts, 2nd shift (2:45pm - 10:45pm) or 3rd shift (10:45pm - 6:45am)

Benefits Available to You

GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that works. In order to meet this mission, we provide varied, competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture | GE Vernova (gecareers.com)

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We’ve created programs that support the way you live and work today.
• GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development .

Inclusion & Diversity

About GE Vernova Gas Power

GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base.

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $81,700.00 and $136,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.