MRO & Indirect Spend Buyer at Stir Foods

Fullerton, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sourcing, Negotiation, Procurement, Supplier Management, Cost Reduction, Inventory Optimization, Contract Management, MRO Materials, Indirect Spend, Food Safety Compliance, ERP Systems, CMMS Platforms, Analytical Skills, Communication, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Position Summary The MRO (Maintenance-Repair-Operations) & Indirect Spend Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies and indirect goods and services supporting food manufacturing operations. This role ensures uninterrupted plant operations, cost-effective sourcing, supplier performance management, and compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The Buyer partners closely with Plant Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to drive cost savings, improve service levels, and standardize purchasing processes across facilities. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Sourcing * Source and procure MRO materials, spare parts, maintenance services, and indirect goods (e.g., PPE, sanitation supplies, lab supplies, office services, utilities support). * Create purchase orders & work on indirect sourcing strategies provided by finance & supply chain to reduce total cost of ownership and improve supplier performance. * Establish and manage preferred supplier programs and blanket purchase agreements. Supplier Management * Build strong supplier relationships to ensure service reliability, quality, and responsiveness. * Monitor supplier performance metrics including on-time delivery, quality, cost, and service levels. * Resolve supply disruptions and expedite critical materials to avoid production downtime. * Support supplier compliance with food safety, quality, and site access requirements. Inventory & Operations Support * Partner with Maintenance and Operations teams to forecast MRO requirements. * Optimize stocking levels for critical spare parts and consumables. * Support CMMS and ERP purchasing processes to ensure accurate transactions and reporting. * Assist in standardization of parts and materials across multiple facilities. Cost & Continuous Improvement * Identify cost-reduction opportunities through standardization, supplier consolidation, and process improvement. * Track savings initiatives and report procurement performance metrics. * Support budget planning for indirect and MRO spend categories. Compliance & Documentation * Ensure procurement practices align with company policies, audit requirements, and food industry regulatory standards. * Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier documentation. Qualifications & Experience * Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. * 3–7 years of procurement or buying experience, preferably in food manufacturing or industrial environments. * Strong knowledge of MRO materials, maintenance services, and indirect procurement categories. * Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships. * Familiarity with ERP purchasing systems and CMMS platforms. * Understanding food safety, plant sanitation, and compliance requirements is preferred. * Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Key Competencies * Strategic sourcing and negotiation * Supplier relationship management * Plant operations collaboration * Cost optimization and savings tracking * Problem-solving under production urgency * Cross-functional communication Physical & Work Requirements * Ability to work in a plant environment as needed. * Occasional travel between facilities and supplier sites. Performance Measures * MRO and indirect spending cost savings achieved * Supplier service and delivery performance * Reduction in production downtime due to indirect material shortages * Compliance with procurement policies and audit requirements

Responsibilities

The MRO & Indirect Spend Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the procurement of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies and indirect goods to ensure uninterrupted plant operations and cost-effective sourcing. This role involves partnering with operations, maintenance, and supply chain teams to drive cost savings, manage supplier performance, and ensure compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements.