MRO Purchaser

Shearer's Foods; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearer's Foods is seeking an experienced MRO Purchaser in Fort Worth, TX. This role involves planning and executing procurement of maintenance and operating supplies, optimizing asset use, and managing supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience in indirect purchasing, preferably in food or CPG manufacturing. The position supports continuous improvement strategies and cost-saving initiatives, driving value for the organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in indirect inventory purchasing (MRO preferred).
• Experience in Food or CPG manufacturing environments.
• In-depth working knowledge of purchasing process and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop supply and sourcing strategies including RFI and RFP.
• Lead sourcing initiatives and communicate to leadership.
• Research cost-saving opportunities and present to stakeholders.
• Develop and manage continuous improvement activities.
• Negotiate contract prices with suppliers.

Skills

Indirect inventory purchasing

Food or CPG manufacturing experience

Purchasing process knowledge

Inventory management software

Negotiation skills

Tools

Maintenance Connection

Job description

Overview

Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co‑manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second‑largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.

With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry's highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5,000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.

At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills‑first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti‑exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable–and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

Responsibilities

MRO Purchaser

The MRO Purchaser position is responsible for planning and executing procurement and distribution of all maintenance and operating supplies, as well as for sourcing, negotiating, and contracting office and plant services. This position optimizes the use of company assets in the acquisition of assigned materials, ensuring quality and continuity of supply while minimizing total cost.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop supply and sourcing strategies including requests for information, requests for proposal, and competitive bids
• Lead sourcing initiatives including timelines and deliverables to drive best value and effectively communicate status, work activities, and issues to leadership
• Research cost‑saving opportunities and present opportunities to stakeholders
• Develop and manage continuous improvement activities to achieve greater maintenance customer satisfaction
• Develop continuous improvement plans to reduce direct material costs
• Collaborate with maintenance team to evaluate and set min/max stocking levels and inventory reorder points
• Develop strategic supplier relationships
• Negotiate contract prices
• Develop budget estimates and forecasts for MRO supplies
• Manage supplier compliance to agreements within the scope and authority of the position
• Monitor functions and supplier’s performance against goals, analyze and document results

Performs additional duties as assigned. Supports operations as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in indirect inventory purchasing (MRO preferred)
• Experience in Food or CPG manufacturing environments
• In‑depth working knowledge of purchasing process and practices
• Experience with purchasing using inventory management or CMMS software (Maintenance Connection preferred)

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.