Job Description

The Opportunity:

The MRO Buyer is detail oriented, has strong analytical and interpersonal skills. They manage the procurement activities for the company to maintain its operations, and has experience with ERP programs, SRM, SAP Material Master and Ariba experience. The Buyer is familiar with warehouse management, maintaining excel files and applying Standard Operating Procedures in their work. They follow company policies, standards and guidelines as they apply to all activities, and is a key contributor to the continuous improvements of critical plant performance metrics in the areas of maintenance, production, and finance.
 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 31. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Responsible for the preparation and issuance of purchase orders through SRM for stock and non-stock materials used to maintain plant equipment, inventory, and consumables. 
• Prepares and issues purchase orders for services.
• Implements purchasing procedures and processes to ensure the plant receives the right materials in the right quantity at the right time.
• Responsible for daily replenishment of spare parts through SRM.
• Engages in cost effective solutions/analyses. 
• Receives price quotes from vendors, compare quotes against requirements. 
• Communicates with vendors on pricing, lead time and product availability.
• Works with the Maintenance Planner to ensure all required parts are available prior to the work being scheduled.
• Coordinates with warehouse staff to resolve shortfalls in Inventory levels.
• Tracks material warranties in SAP for major/high value parts.
• Resolves all open accounts payable issues as they occur
• Ensures products are purchased at the right time, to specifications, and at a competitive price.
• Negotiates with vendors to build a positive long-term relationship.
• Updates the status of outstanding purchase orders.
• Researches new suppliers and makes recommendations to the Maintenance Manager 
• Drives cost reduction activities through spare parts to alternate vendor sourcing while maintaining parts reliability. 

What You'll Bring:

• Experience in Manufacturing Plant, or heavy industry experience as a Buyer or a related role such as supply change management and/or Procurement/Buying is required.
• Comfortable using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), SAP-PM preferable
• Excellent interpersonal, Critical thinking, Communication and Negotiation skills.
• Ability to quickly learn SAP and associated indirect procurement module.
• Strong knowledge of MRO parts and procurement.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Able to adapt to change and work towards efficient processes.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, 'speaker series' events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.