MRO Buyer

The MRO and CAPEX Buyer is responsible for overseeing the endtoend procurement for both Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MR&O) materials and Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) related to solar PV production equipment and facility upgrades. You will play a critical role in optimizing supply chains managing vendor relationships and ensuring costeffective acquisition of both operational maintenance items and longterm capital assets across our two U.S. manufacturing sites.

Qualifications :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

MR&O Procurement (Core Focus)

• Source evaluate and manage suppliers for MRO materials (e.g. equipment spare parts maintenance tools safety supplies lubricants electrical components) specific to solar PV manufacturing equipment (e.g. wafer saws thinfilm deposition systems testing machines).
• Negotiate pricing contracts and delivery terms to achieve cost savings and secure reliable supply chains for daytoday maintenance needs.
• Analyze historical usage data with maintenance teams to forecast demand optimize inventory levels and prevent production downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA NFPA) environmental regulations (EPA) and industry quality requirements (IEC standards).
• Drive PR to PO process optimization activity

2. CAPEX Procurement (Expanded Role)

• Lead the procurement of capital assets including new production equipment facility upgrades and technology systems (e.g. solar panel assembly lines automation systems energy storage solutions).
• Collaborate with engineering operations and finance teams to define CAPEX requirements develop RFPs/RFQs and evaluate vendor proposals for largescale purchases.
• Negotiate longterm contracts lease agreements or financing options for CAPEX projects ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and ROI objectives.
• Manage vendor performance for CAPEX projects including installation timelines warranty terms and postpurchase support.

3. CrossFunctional Collaboration

• Partner with maintenance engineering and finance teams to prioritize both urgent MR&O needs and strategic CAPEX initiatives.
• Coordinate with logistics and legal teams to manage customs clearance installation logistics and contract compliance for imported equipment or materials.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on procurement progress cost variances and risk mitigation strategies for both MR&O and CAPEX spend.

4. Cost Optimization & Compliance

• Identify opportunities to consolidate suppliers for both MR&O and CAPEX categories leveraging volume discounts and standardized contracts.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies accounting standards (e.g. GAAP) and regulatory requirements (e.g. ITAR EAR for imported equipment).
• Prepare performance reports on cost savings ontime delivery rates and asset utilization for both operational and capital purchases.

Skills

• Expertise in both operational procurement (MRO) and capital asset acquisition with knowledge of solar PV manufacturing equipment (e.g. cell production lines testing facilities).
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and procurement tools (e.g. Ariba Coupa) for inventory and CAPEX tracking.
• Strong financial acumen to evaluate CAPEX proposals ROI models and depreciation strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex vendor relationships across multiple categories.

Traits

• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance shortterm maintenance needs with longterm capital investment goals.
• Detailoriented with advanced problemsolving skills for resolving supply chain disruptions or contractual issues.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities in a fastgrowing renewable energy environment.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management engineering business or a related field.
• 5 years of combined experience in MR&O and CAPEX procurement preferably in manufacturing (solar PV semiconductor or heavy industrial sectors strongly preferred).
• Proven track record in managing highvalue CAPEX projects ($500K) including vendor selection contract negotiation and project coordination.

Additional Information :

Compensation and Benefits

• $66000 $89000/annually
• Paid Time Off (vacation sick and holiday) 
• Annual bonus eligibility of up to 10% of salary
• 401(k)Retirement Plan  
• Medical/Dental/VisionInsurance Plans 
• Health Savings Accountoption  
• Supplemental/Voluntary InsurancePlans 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program 
• Employee Recognition Programs 
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program 

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Fulltime