Role Summary
You are responsible for managing the procurement, inventory, and distribution of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supplies. Your primary goal is to ensure that all necessary materials and equipment are available to support critical maintenance activities while optimizing inventory levels to minimize operational downtime.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement process for MRO supplies, including sourcing, negotiating with vendors, and placing orders
- Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure optimal stock levels of MRO supplies within the Maximo System
- Coordinate within SEM teams or requester to identify and fulfill material and equipment needs
- Monitor and track the usage of MRO supplies to identify trends and forecast future requirements
- Develop and implement inventory management strategies to minimize costs and prevent stockouts
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in the storage and handling of MRO supplies
- Conduct regular audits of inventory to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies
- Collaborate with vendors to resolve issues related to delivery, quality, and pricing
- Prepare and maintain reports on inventory levels, procurement activities, and supplier performance
- Develop MRO SOPs and provide support to staff in executing these processes, including spare parts evaluation, classification, and decision-making related to safety- and quality-critical spare parts
- Other duties as assigned by manager
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 2 - 4 years in MRO procurement and inventory management within the pharmaceutical industry and cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice
- s).Strong knowledge of inventory management systems (specifically Maximo) and modern procurement processes.
- Solid understanding of safety and regulatory requirements specifically related to MRO and spare parts management.
- Negotiation: Effective communication and negotiation skills to manage vendor relationships and cost-saving initiatives.
- Analytical: Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on data-driven inventory optimization.
