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The Senior MRO Buyer will oversee end-to-end procurement of MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies, with a strong focus on sourcing obsolete or hard-to-find parts to minimize equipment downtime. This role requires expert-level supplier networks, advanced quoting skills, and the ability to locate discontinued components while optimizing costs and inventory.
**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES.**
- **Obsolete Parts Sourcing**:Identify alternative suppliers, aftermarket solutions, or refurbished parts for discontinued components. Work with engineering / maintenance to approve substitute parts without compromising safety / performance. Build a network of specialty vendors (brokers, liquidators, OEM archives).
- **Strategic MRO Procurement**:Lead competitive bidding (RFQ/RFP) and negotiate long-term contracts. Implement cost-saving initiatives (VMI, supplier consolidation).
- **Supplier & Inventory Management**:Audit supplier performance (quality, lead time, obsolescence support). Reduce excess/obsolete (E&O;) inventory through demand forecasting.
- **Emergency Procurement: Q**uickly secure critical spares during unplanned breakdowns.
**QUALIFICATIONS.**
**Experience**:
- 7+ years in MRO procurement (manufacturing, industrial, or plant maintenance).
- Proven expertise in sourcing obsolete/discontinued parts (e.g., legacy machinery components, out-of-stock electrical parts).
- Strong RFQ/RFP experience with a track record of cost negotiation & supplier development.
**Education**:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.




- Proficiency in English, able to present information to internal stockholders.
**Technical Skills**:
- Mastery of obsolete parts sourcing strategies (alternate suppliers, aftermarket solutions, reverse engineering partners).
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and procurement tools.
- Advanced data analysis & spend reporting (Excel, Power BI).
**Core Competencies**:
- Ability to locate and validate obsolete parts (working with OEMs, brokers, and specialty distributors).
- Experience in inventory optimization & risk mitigation for aging equipment.
- Knowledge of MRO categories (bearings, motors, pneumatics, safety supplies).
**Preferred Qualifications**:
- Certifications: CPSM, CPSD, APICS.
- Experience with industrial marketplaces (ThomasNet, PartTarget, GoVets, eBay Business).
- Knowledge of reverse engineering & 3D printing for obsolete parts. Familiarity with military/aviation surplus channels (if applicable).
**Behavioral & Soft Skills**:
- Resourceful problem-solver (ability to hunt down rare parts under time pressure). Strong negotiator (can secure fair pricing for hard-to-find items). Collaborative (works with engineering to validate substitute parts).
**KINDLY UPLOAD YOUR ENGLISH RESUME.**
Application Question(s):
- What is your minimum gross daily salary requirement (Before taxes)?
- Why are you interested to fill this job position?
**Experience**:
- Purchasing (MRO): 7 years (preferred)
**Language**:
- advanced English level (preferred)
Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Buyer Mro (Tijuana)
🏢 Enovis México
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