Strategic MRO Buyer: Optimize Costs & Supply Chain

Smithfield Foods; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Smithfield, VA is hiring a Corporate MRO Buyer to optimize purchasing of materials, equipment, and services within policy. The role focuses on price, delivery, and terms while supporting production planning in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include creating requisitions, evaluating suppliers, managing RFQ/RFPs, issuing purchase orders, tracking market trends, and coordinating with facilities. Up to 20% travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of related experience, or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of ERP or MRP systems and Excel software.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase requisitions and optimize working capital.
• Evaluate existing suppliers and recommendations for new ones.
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes and determine price/terms.
• Issue purchase orders and monitor progress / expedite as needed.
• Identify suppliers and issue RFQs; monitor market trends.
• Collaborate across facilities and participate in meetings.

Skills

ERP/MRP knowledge

Negotiation skills

Production planning

Strong communication

Planning & organization

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree + 2+ years experience

APICS/CPM/PPM certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

MS Excel

Word / Internet

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Smithfield, VA is hiring a Corporate MRO Buyer to optimize purchasing of materials, equipment, and services within policy. The role focuses on price, delivery, and terms while supporting production planning in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include creating requisitions, evaluating suppliers, managing RFQ/RFPs, issuing purchase orders, tracking market trends, and coordinating with facilities. Up to 20% travel may be required.