Strategic Buyer: MRO Spend & Supplier Relations

The Scherdel group; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc. in Muskegon, MI is seeking a Buyer to manage RFx projects, negotiate terms, and handle requisitions for MRO supplies. The role focuses on cost control, supplier performance, and contract compliance in a fast-paced environment.

TheBuyer will collaborate across sites and ensure compliance with Scherdel’s quality, environmental, and ethical standards while using ERP systems and QAD where applicable.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree preferred.
• English fluency required.
• Experience working with QAD preferred.
• Spanish language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Initiate RFx projects and negotiate terms for indirect materials.
• Manage requisitions and purchase orders for MRO categories.
• Develop supplier relationships to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Identify savings through supplier benchmarking and cost avoidance.
• Ensure contract compliance and supplier relationship management.
• Adhere to Scherdel's quality, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Spanish preferred

Education

BS / BA

Tools

QAD

Job description

SCHERDEL Sales & Technology, Inc. in Muskegon, MI is seeking a Buyer to manage RFx projects, negotiate terms, and handle requisitions for MRO supplies. The role focuses on cost control, supplier performance, and contract compliance in a fast-paced environment.

TheBuyer will collaborate across sites and ensure compliance with Scherdel’s quality, environmental, and ethical standards while using ERP systems and QAD where applicable.