MRO Buyer – 1017429

Duties and Responsibilities:Assist Manufacturing and Engineering departments in the procurement of quotes for materials and services.Works with vendors to assure an uninterrupted source of parts to support the production and equipment needs of operations.Proactivelyseeksout new vendors who can offer services and parts at cost effective prices.Responsible for organizing andmaintainingthe MRO Parts Room and MRO Item Master.Maintains stockroom organization and inventories and performs cycle counts to verify inventory integrity.Maintains purchasing files including purchase orders, requisitions, receivingdocumentsand technical data.Is knowledgeable of allpurchasingfunctional requirements and backs up the other MRO Buyer when he is unavailable.Receives parts and sees that they are properly counted and stored in the Parts Room and/or receiving cage.Assures that incorrect parts, used core parts, etc. are returned for creditin a timely manner.Works with vendors toassurethat shipping costs are minimized through proper planning and vendor inventory of parts.Schedule daily vendor pickups and deliveries.Generate Purchase Orders asrequiredfrom approved requisitions (QAD 5.7).Maintain Purchase Requisition history (Excel files).Print hard copy of Purchase Orders (QAD 5.10). Match printed Purchase Order with approved Requisition and file with active Purchase Orders.Process Purchase Order receipts from packing lists (QAD 5.13.1). Attach packing list to Purchase Order. When complete, file with closed Purchase Orders.Review invoices against Purchase Order lines for correctness and process for accounting payment (QAD 5.7, 5.13.1, 5.13.7).Process Purchase Order returns upon receipt of RGA (Return Goods Authorization) from the vendor (QAD 5.13.7).Review the daily sign-out sheet from stock. Adjust inventory levels and reorder materials asrequired(QAD 3.7, 3.9, 5.7).Put away incoming replacement parts in the stockroom.Enter new inventory items into the master file (QAD 1.4.1, 1.1.18).Make the necessary entries, ona timelybasis, to keep current the status of those work orders that are assigned to the Purchasing Department in the Delegator work order systemPartner with company leadership to support andmaintainFood Safety and Quality programs, and to proactivelyidentifyand execute continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of safety, food safety, quality, productivity, and sanitationOther duties as assigned.Education and Experience Required:HS Diploma or GED Equivalent from an accredited institutionPreviousexperience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime, as neededEducation, Experience and Skills Preferred:2+ years manufacturing and/orpurchasingexperienceWorks well with a team and independentlyManages time efficientlyDemonstrates strong organizational skills and pays close attention to detailCan employ basic math skillsEffective verbal, written and interpersonal skillsDemonstrates professional and polite demeanor with customersPhysical Requirements:Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds and anything over will require teamassistanceor mechanical lifting devicesMust be able to lift up-to 34 pounds for 6+ hours per shiftMust be able to lift 35-50 pounds for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able to work in hot, humid,dustyand cold manufacturing environment for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able to work in confined spaces for 4+ hours per shiftMust be able to bend, crouch, kneel, balance and stoop for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able to climb and work off ladders for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able to reach above shoulders for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able to stand,sitand walk for 6+ hours per shiftMust be able to reach,feeland grasp up to 6+ hours per shiftMust be able to push/pull for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able tooperatefoot pedals for 3+ hours per shiftMust be able to make fine distinctions in sound and distinguish object orequipmentvisuallyMust be able to express or exchange ideasby means ofspoken and written wordRichardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by 4/01/2026.