If you are looking for an organization committed to the principles of Excellence, Integrity, Faith, and Teamwork, then Ridgeview Industries offers a challenging and rewarding employment opportunity for you.
Ridgeview Industries is a leading metal stamping and assembly supplier primarily serving the automotive market. We currently employ approximately 600 people across our 4 locations.
One of the great benefits of working at Ridgeview Industries is our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), an additional retirement benefit that grows over time. As an ESOP owner, you’ll share in the success of the company! This unique plan helps build long-term financial security while strengthening our shared commitment to Ridgeview’s future.
We are seeking an experienced MRO Buyer for our Grand Rapids, MI. location with a patient, friendly, and positive attitude. The ideal candidate for this role will have the following credentials.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required.
· Minimum 2 years of MRO procurement experience, preferably in an automotive manufacturing environment.
· Working knowledge of ERP systems (QAD preferred).
· Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.
· Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.
· Proven organizational and multitasking skills in fact-paced setting
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional presentation skills.
· Ability to compare and evaluate quotes effectively.
· Demonstrated customer service orientation ad responsiveness to internal stakeholders.

· Procure MRO materials including janitorial, forms, weld wire, tool crib items, and other indirect supplies.
· Manage the full requisition-to PO process, ensuring approvals and timely ordering through the ERP system (QAD preferred).
· Set up and manage supplier records, including collection of liability certificates.
· Negotiate long-term pricing agreements and manage vendor contracts to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
· Maintain and close capital equipment PO’s support financial closure in QAD.
· Create and maintain MRO part numbers and inventory for high-frequency items.
· Address and resolve issues with past due PO’s and return of non-conforming no-production materials.
· Monitor and report on vendor performance (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness).
· Collaborate with area managers to support annual budgeting for indirect materials and services.
· Ensure timely updates to purchase orders, acknowledgements, and other procurement records.