Buyer - Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO)

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Buyer – Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO)

We are seeking a skilled Buyer – Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) to manage the sourcing and procurement of MRO materials, office supplies and outside processing services to support production, facilities and overall business operations.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000/yr

Location: North of Tulsa, OK Area

Job Type: Direct Hire

Position Overview

The role involves handling negotiations, supplier management and ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements while driving operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and procure MRO goods and services including tools, machine parts, PPE, consumables, safety equipment, janitorial items and office supplies.
• Manage purchasing and coordination of outside processing orders such as heat treating, plating, NDT, welding, machining, or subcontracted services.
• Ensure proper traceability, documentation, and turnaround timelines for OPOs with production, quality and suppliers.
• Collaborate with maintenance, production, facilities, quality and administrative teams to define requirements and support operations.
• Maintain accurate records in ERP/MRP systems (Quantum, SAP, Oracle) and monitor inventory to reduce stockouts and excess.
• Coordinate deliveries and expedite critical items to meet maintenance schedules and production timelines.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies, manage returns and support Accounts Payable for timely payments.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, AS9100, ISO, and company purchasing requirements.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities, supplier consolidation and process improvements.

Qualifications

Education & Experience: Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related field preferred. 3+ years in purchasing MRO, office supplies and outside processing (aerospace/manufacturing preferred). Experience in FAA repair station environments or regulated industries is a plus.

Skills & Competencies: Strong knowledge of MRO categories, indirect spend and subcontracted processes. Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Proven negotiation and supplier management abilities. Detail-oriented with emphasis on traceability, compliance and cost control. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and standard office software.

If you are interested in this position, click the “Apply” button to submit your application. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Key skills/competency

Buyer – Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), procurement, sourcing, negotiation, ERP, inventory, supplier management, compliance, cost control, vendor management