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MRO Purchasing & Services Specialist The Opportunity: In your role as an MRO Purchasing & Services Specialist, you will support the company’s purchasing needs for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) supplies, while coordinating relationships with service providers and select shipping partners. You will source products and services, monitor contracts, review purchasing and service costs, and work with internal departments to ensure requests are fulfilled efficiently. You will also identify opportunities to improve processes, manage supplier information, and support cost-effective purchasing decisions. What You’ll Do: Coordinate and process purchases for MRO supplies, equipment, and other operational needs Work with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements, clarify specifications, and identify appropriate products or services Research suppliers, obtain and compare quotes, and evaluate pricing, availability, quality, and delivery timelines Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal business partners Monitor service provider agreements, including cleaning services, and serve as the internal point of contact for contract-related questions and service issues Coordinate with shipping and transportation providers as needed, including tracking shipments and resolving delivery or service concerns Review purchasing, service, and shipping invoices for accuracy; investigate and dispute discrepancies or unexpected charges Monitor purchasing and service costs, gather and analyze data, and identify opportunities for cost savings and improved value Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, expedited materials, pricing, lead times, product availability, and issue resolution Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information in ERP system, including prices, ordering lead times, and vendor details Ensure purchasing and service processes are documented and follow company procedures and applicable requirements Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, service levels, and operational efficiency; recommend and help implement solutions Support the administration and renewal of supplier and service agreements, including gathering information and reviewing service performance Maintain stock of the company’s office supply area and order office supplies for individuals and teams Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned, such as coordinating team lunches, including vendor selection, ordering food, and arranging delivery to meet team requirements What You’ll Need: Three years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related role desirable; experience purchasing MRO supplies is a plus High school diploma or equivalent Experience working with suppliers, service providers, or contract administration desirable Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize and analyze data Ability to evaluate quotes and compare pricing, product availability, service options, and delivery timelines Ability to respond to and effectively prioritize a variety of requests for supplies, services, or information to meet deadlines Strong attention to detail and ability to review purchasing and service invoices for accuracy Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate effectively with various internal departments and external business partners Understanding of shipping and transportation processes desirable Schedule/Environment: Ability to work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 7am – 6pm, Monday – Friday Ability to work occasional overtime or weekends as needed Office Setting Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally Ability to work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 7am – 6pm, Monday – Friday Ability to work occasional overtime or weekends as needed Office Setting Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally Rio Grande is a Metal Free environment within our operations areas. At Rio …

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