SRGO4
Located in:
Kentwood, MI
Pay: $20–$24/HR., Based on Experience
Job Full Description:
A leading manufacturing company is seeking an MRO Purchasing Coordinator to support purchasing, inventory control, and supplier coordination for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts and supplies. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating purchase orders and deliveries, and working closely with vendors and internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed. This is an evaluation hire role, with the ideal candidate being organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in purchasing or inventory management within a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor MRO and personal protective equipment (PPE) inventory levels, maintain accurate records, and coordinate replenishment to meet maintenance and production needs.
- Process, track, expedite, and receive purchase orders while maintaining accurate information in purchasing and inventory systems.
- Conduct inventory reviews, cycle counts, reorder assessments, and obsolete inventory evaluations to ensure accuracy and availability.
- Reconcile discrepancies involving purchase orders, receipts, and inventory, coordinating with vendors and Accounts Payable to resolve issues.
- Communicate with suppliers to coordinate deliveries, address delays, arrange returns and repairs, and maintain effective vendor relationships.
- Research suppliers and sourcing opportunities to identify cost savings, improve purchasing processes, and support spending objectives.
- Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and other internal teams to anticipate material needs and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Maintain accurate part numbers and inventory records while monitoring purchasing activity and supporting established performance goals.
Schedule:
- Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Evaluation hire
Job Experience
- 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, MRO buying, inventory control, or storeroom management preferred.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment and familiarity with materials management preferred.
- Familiarity with computerized purchasing and inventory management systems.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to obtain forklift (Hilo) certification as required.
Job Education
- Associate or bachelor's Degree preferred
Kentwood, MI
Susan Delauter
Susan.Delauter@SRGexpress.com
616-608-9681
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