Strategic MRO Buyer for Plant Maintenance

Albertsons Companies; Commerce (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Warehouse Procurement Specialist to maintain custody of maintenance parts and supplies at our Commerce, CA location. This role supports maintenance and repair processes by ensuring timely availability of parts and coordinating with the Plant Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities include sourcing parts, maintaining CMMS data, managing vendor relations, and tracking inventory and purchases to optimize costs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MRO parts required.
• Experience in food manufacturing is desirable.
• Self-motivated and able to work without supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure parts, supplies, and services for maintenance and repair activities.
• Manage and maintain the CMMS database information for procurement and inventory management.
• Manage relationships with vendors and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective purchasing.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and inventory levels.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, SOX requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to forecast part needs and optimize inventory levels.
• Review and facilitate approval of purchase orders and invoices, ensuring accuracy and budget alignment.
• Track delivery schedules and coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely arrival of critical parts.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings through vendor consolidation or strategic sourcing.
• Participate in vendor evaluation and selection processes.
• Assist in budget management by monitoring costs and controlling spending.
• Resolves discrepancies and shipping manifests with the Purchaser.
• Label Maintenance parts per site procedures.
• Conduct cycle counts to ensure stock accuracy.
• Manage the kitting process for purchased and inventory parts for planned jobs.
• Clean and maintain parts and supplies storage areas.
• Guide technicians retrieving parts per withdrawal procedures.
• Assist customers promptly and professionally.

Skills

MRO parts knowledge

Food manufacturing experience

Self-motivated

Problem-solving

Job description

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Warehouse Procurement Specialist to maintain custody of maintenance parts and supplies at our Commerce, CA location. This role supports maintenance and repair processes by ensuring timely availability of parts and coordinating with the Plant Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities include sourcing parts, maintaining CMMS data, managing vendor relations, and tracking inventory and purchases to optimize costs.