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Job Title: MRO Buyer

Job Description

The MRO Buyer will be responsible for all indirect purchasing for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supporting multiple distribution locations. This role involves managing the procurement of services related to forklift maintenance, dock doors, dock plates, service engines re-manufacturing, repair, battery maintenance, and program management. The position requires a proactive approach in working with both new and existing suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle all indirect purchasing for MRO across multiple distribution locations.

• Manage facilities maintenance and heavy project-based work.

• Negotiate services and prices with suppliers.

• Conduct market testing to find the best value and act in a start-up capacity.

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal departments on purchasing processes and new projects.

• Monitor and address supply problems that may impact business operations.

• Analyze costs for new and existing projects and implement cost reduction activities.

• Negotiate contracts, improve prices, and terms of business with suppliers.

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and communication.

• Conduct research for new components and suppliers.

• Compile and analyze supplier performance data.

• Resolve supplier shortages and past-due situations.

• Maintain and update commodity strategies.

• Work with cost estimating for savings negotiations.

• Produce weekly reports, charts, and status updates on open assignments and projects.

• Perform market tests, analyze responses, and award sourcing of parts.

• Review open vehicles off-road (VOR) and backorders weekly and expedite parts delivery.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of recent MRO purchasing experience.

• 4+ years of experience in facilities, warehouse, service, and program management.

• OEM or Tier 1/2 supplier purchasing.

• Experience with SAP.

• Intermediate knowledge of Excel (80% proficiency or higher).

• Strong communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (highly preferred, but not mandatory if experience requirements are met).

• Warehouse leasing experience.

• Storage space leasing experience.

• Strong negotiation skills.

• Experience with Ariba.

Work Environment

• Work onsite in Dearborn 3 days per week, with flexibility depending on business needs and meetings.

• 40 hours per week, typically 8-5 with flexibility within core hours.

• Dress code is business casual.

• Culture emphasizes teamwork and collaboration, working together for the overall success of the company.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.00 - $47.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Dearborn,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.