Job description:
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: quickly 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).
about enovis
enovis corporation (nyse: enov) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the company's extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. For more information about enovis, please visit
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