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The MRO – Buyer is responsible for the procurement of MRO goods required to support Plant operations, as well as services required to support business operations of all internal departments and functions.  As a result, the Procurement Team depends on the Buyer – MRO to proactively communicate with the global supply base to ensure that all indirect purchased material is sourced at the lowest total cost, while yet conforming to the required performance standards needed to meet the project demand at all Mercury Marine locations worldwide. 

Job Accountabilities and Performance Criteria

Oracle Work Flow Management: 60%

Independently review and approve purchase orders, material pricing and supplier master maintenance requests to ensure timely execution of MRO, capital goods and services purchases.   Demonstrated behaviors should include the ability to:

• Manage all crib purchasing activity and inventory strategies for Plant.
• Set-up and manage all Plant MRO crib product via Oracle, while delivering cost savings and maintaining adequate inventory levels.
• Review and process purchasing requisitions for key stakeholders, while ensuring lowest overall cost.
• Define new crib parts and establish item information Enter data to set up new Tool Crib items
• Complete item master data and supplier profile changes as required.
• Resolve invoice and pricing discrepancies with suppliers. 

Category Sourcing (MRO, Capital Goods and Services):  25%           

Independently, and in collaboration with others, research and investigate potential suppliers.  Evaluate supplier capability, solicit and analyze RFP/RFQs, negotiate pricing and finalize purchase contracts to achieve best total cost of ownership for MRO products.  Demonstrated behaviors should include the ability to:

• Negotiate with vendors to ensure the purchase of the highest quality parts or services at the most cost effective pricing while meeting customer delivery requirements.
• Proficient use of Iasta software to meet quoting capital requirements
• Source products that may be obsolete or have minimal information.
• Source products that may be obsolete or have minimal information.
• Manage MRO repair process which includes administration and shipping of the products.

Contract Negotiation: 5%

Independently and under the direction and /or guidance of the Indirect Commodity Specialist, and/or Commodity Manager–Indirect Procurement, negotiate availability of product and pricing to clearly define the expectations and deliverables associated with the purchase of MRO products.  Demonstrated behaviors should include the ability to:

• Manage individual product pricing negotiations

Administration of Corporation Programs:  5%

Independently and/or in collaboration with end users and Brunswick Indirect Procurement, administer programs needed to support daily operations of the procurement function; (i.e. P-card, office supply program, etc).

• Manage and improve Plant vending strategy in conjunction with integrated supplier using CribMaster.

Continuous Process Improvement: 5%

Independently and/or in collaboration with internal and external working partners, define, measure, analyze, improve and control processes, programs and supplier performance to effectively, efficiently and proactively achieve strategic business initiatives and/or key performance indicators.  Passionately lead fellow employees by communicating the vision, engaging employees and empowering them to become change agents who are prepared and able to successfully lead the organization forward to embrace the future. Demonstrated behaviors should include the ability to effectively:

• Manage projects necessary to execute continuous improvement plans in accordance with the category strategy
• Focus on people and inspire trust by not just doing things right, but by doing the right things
• Inspire and motivate people by living out the organization’s vision in their everyday business encounters
• Demonstrate Influential Leadership:
  • Incite action across the entire value stream by mastering the skills of communication and motivation tailored to an individual person
  • Create an atmosphere where people have enormous desire to follow, are fully committed to the organization’s vision, and achieve well beyond the expected goals

Job Competency Requirements:

Experience / Professional Credentials:

• 3+ years of experience in MRO, capital goods and services, purchasing, or closely related purchasing experience.
• CPSM or C.P.M. certification desirable
• LSS Green Belt or higher desirable

Education Requirements:

• BS/BA in Business (or related field), or equivalent education and experience

Subject Matter Knowledge:

• Purchasing methods, procedures, laws and standards

Baseline Skill Expectations:

Intermediate level skills and demonstrated proficiency requirements include:

• Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint proficiency
• Negotiation
• Team Work and Collaboration
• Time Management
• Accuracy
• Accountability

• Interpersonal, written and verbal communication

Business Travel Expectations

• This position will require occasional day and/or overnight travel by auto or airplane, up to 5%.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and inspiration. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

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