AFL
MRO Buyer
AFL, Duncan, South Carolina, United States, 29334
AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1.5B in revenue, and employ approximately 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
The
MRO Buyer
is responsible for procuring non-raw material maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) materials and services for AFL Telecommunications LLC US, Mexico and Canada operations. Responsibilities include vendor management including supervision of service contractors in cooperation with Maintenance, Manufacturing, EHS and Management as needed, documenting cost savings, and reporting as required.
What We Offer:
A hybrid in-office schedule for qualifying employeesFlexible time off policy401k Company Match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)Professional Development, training, and tuition reimbursement programsExcellent medical, dental vision, and life insurance policy optionsOpportunities for career advancement with and industry-leading companyThe MRO Buyer is responsible for procuring non-raw material maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) materials and services for AFL Telecommunications LLC US, Mexico and Canada operations. Responsibilities include vendor management including supervision of service contractors in cooperation with Maintenance, Manufacturing, EHS and Management as needed, documenting cost savings, and reporting as required.
Responsibilities
Procure goods and services in a timely manner through the use of Oracle and Low ValueProcurement card.Deliver assigned supply chain objectives in support of annual BU plan, while balancing materialavailability against cost.Utilize vendors across BU lines to provide maximum consistency, lowest cost and maximum leverage.Interface with vendors with respect to price, availability of materials, and lead time, including team development and execution of vendor supply agreements.Ensure that problems relating to pricing, delivery or quality are promptly conveyed to the vendor and resolved in a timely manner.Achieve, document and report on actual cost savings achieved via vendor management, sourcing, contract negotiations, and leverage buys.Assist in the Supplier Quality evaluation program to drive continuous improvement using a method specifically tailored to identify areas of improvement.Work with Corporate EHS group to ensure EHS requirements are met by vendors.Manage service contractors including direct supervision as required. •Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.Personal Qualities
Strong math and analytical skillsAbility to work independentlyAbility to work on multiple projects simultaneouslyDetail orientedStrong verbal and written communication skillsTime management skillsQualifications
Bachelor's Degree, or 4+ years of experience2+ years of MRO procurement experience including a working knowledge of MRO items (ability to work directly with customers and vendors to determine need)2 years of contractor management experienceAdvanced skills using Excel and Access required, experience with Oracle preferredStrong procurement background including vendor management and negotiationStrong knowledge of MRO itemsWorking Conditions
Primarily normal office environment.Work with manufacturing personnel and vendors in manufacturing facilities as required.Minimal travel may be required.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The
MRO Buyer
is responsible for procuring non-raw material maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) materials and services for AFL Telecommunications LLC US, Mexico and Canada operations. Responsibilities include vendor management including supervision of service contractors in cooperation with Maintenance, Manufacturing, EHS and Management as needed, documenting cost savings, and reporting as required.
What We Offer:
A hybrid in-office schedule for qualifying employeesFlexible time off policy401k Company Match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)Professional Development, training, and tuition reimbursement programsExcellent medical, dental vision, and life insurance policy optionsOpportunities for career advancement with and industry-leading companyThe MRO Buyer is responsible for procuring non-raw material maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) materials and services for AFL Telecommunications LLC US, Mexico and Canada operations. Responsibilities include vendor management including supervision of service contractors in cooperation with Maintenance, Manufacturing, EHS and Management as needed, documenting cost savings, and reporting as required.
Responsibilities
Procure goods and services in a timely manner through the use of Oracle and Low ValueProcurement card.Deliver assigned supply chain objectives in support of annual BU plan, while balancing materialavailability against cost.Utilize vendors across BU lines to provide maximum consistency, lowest cost and maximum leverage.Interface with vendors with respect to price, availability of materials, and lead time, including team development and execution of vendor supply agreements.Ensure that problems relating to pricing, delivery or quality are promptly conveyed to the vendor and resolved in a timely manner.Achieve, document and report on actual cost savings achieved via vendor management, sourcing, contract negotiations, and leverage buys.Assist in the Supplier Quality evaluation program to drive continuous improvement using a method specifically tailored to identify areas of improvement.Work with Corporate EHS group to ensure EHS requirements are met by vendors.Manage service contractors including direct supervision as required. •Adhere to and promote the environmental, health & safety policies of AFL.Personal Qualities
Strong math and analytical skillsAbility to work independentlyAbility to work on multiple projects simultaneouslyDetail orientedStrong verbal and written communication skillsTime management skillsQualifications
Bachelor's Degree, or 4+ years of experience2+ years of MRO procurement experience including a working knowledge of MRO items (ability to work directly with customers and vendors to determine need)2 years of contractor management experienceAdvanced skills using Excel and Access required, experience with Oracle preferredStrong procurement background including vendor management and negotiationStrong knowledge of MRO itemsWorking Conditions
Primarily normal office environment.Work with manufacturing personnel and vendors in manufacturing facilities as required.Minimal travel may be required.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)