Strategic MRO Buyer — Procurement & Sourcing

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

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Corporate MRO Buyer within its Supply Chain organization in the United States. The role focuses on purchasing materials and services, optimizing price and terms, and ensuring timely procurement to support production and distribution.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong negotiation abilities. APICS certification is a plus, and travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience in supply chain or related roles.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and MS Office (Excel, Word).
• APICS certification preferred or equivalent professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Create purchase requisitions and optimize corporate working capital.
• Evaluate existing suppliers and recommend new suppliers.
• Assist in RFQ/RFP process to determine price and terms for strategic agreements.
• Issue purchase orders and monitor expediting as needed.
• Identify suppliers and issue requests for quotations.
• Monitor market trends and conditions relevant to procurement.
• Participate in brainstorming across facilities.
• Facilitate weekly calls and publish meeting recaps.

Skills

Negotiation

Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

APICS certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Word

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Corporate MRO Buyer within its Supply Chain organization in the United States. The role focuses on purchasing materials and services, optimizing price and terms, and ensuring timely procurement to support production and distribution.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of experience, ERP/MRP proficiency, and strong negotiation abilities. APICS certification is a plus, and travel up to 20% may be required.