INDIRECT PURCHASING- MRO SUPERVISOR

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility

Picture yourself as part of a global team of problem solvers whose innovations in materials science help make life better. Every day, you turn ideas into impact by using science, technology, and creativity to address real-world challenges.

At TekniPlex , you'll collaborate with more than 8,000 colleagues across 12 countries , all united by a shared purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch everyday life. Through our two divisions— TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products —you will help shape industries that truly matter, including healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care.

Here, your ideas matter, and your contributions count. You'll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and continue growing professionally. Your work will support patient safety and comfort, protect the integrity of essential products, and contribute to innovations that improve everyday life.

Because at TekniPlex, you don't just deliver products—you help shape what's next.

About TekniPlex Healthcare

TekniPlex Healthcare utilizes advanced materials, science expertise, and technologies to develop and deliver critical solutions for medical and diagnostic devices, drug delivery systems, and sterile barrier healthcare packaging applications.

With a global reach, the division's deep understanding of the broader pharmaceutical and medical landscape enables the delivery of exemplary barrier properties for drugs and precision medical devices designed for interventional and therapeutic procedures.

Within the medical device niche, TekniPlex Healthcare serves as a comprehensive CDMO partner, supporting every stage of the product life cycle—from design and development through component manufacturing and final assembly.

Across its broad portfolio, the division continues to evolve to meet the growing demand for high-leverage medicines and mission-critical healthcare products that benefit both care providers and patients.

Career Opportunity

INDIRECT PURCHASING- MRO SUPERVISOR

At TekniPlex Healthcare, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced MRO Supervisor to join our Purchasing & Planning team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the timely availability of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials, spare parts, and services required to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations while optimizing inventory levels, supplier performance, and operational costs within a regulated manufacturing environment.

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General Job Description

The MRO Supervisor is responsible for planning, coordinating, and ensuring the availability of MRO materials, industrial spare parts, maintenance services, tools, and indirect supplies necessary to support continuous plant operations. This role partners closely with Maintenance, Operations, and strategic suppliers to optimize inventory, improve procurement efficiency, negotiate favorable commercial agreements, and lead continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Experience

• 5 years of experience in MRO, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing industrial spare parts, maintenance materials, tools, and fuels.
• Proven experience negotiating with local and international suppliers.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations through effective inventory planning and procurement strategies.

Knowledge, Training and Specific Skills

1. Strong knowledge of MRO inventory management and material planning.
2. Logistics and supply chain principles.
3. Experience using ERP systems (SAP preferred).
4. Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel.
5. Supplier sourcing, qualification, and negotiation skills.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
7. Excellent planning and organizational skills.
8. Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration.
9. Continuous improvement and cost reduction mindset.
10. Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan and coordinate the procurement of MRO materials, spare parts, tools, fuels, and maintenance services.
2. Manage MRO inventory levels, including minimum/maximum stock levels, inventory rotation, and obsolescence.
3. Manage documentation and expiration control for chemicals.
4. Generate and follow up on purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery.
5. Collaborate with the Maintenance department to anticipate spare part requirements and scheduled shutdowns.
6. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial agreements with local and international suppliers.
7. Develop and qualify strategic MRO suppliers.
8. Implement controls to prevent critical shortages and emergency purchases.
9. Analyze historical consumption trends to improve material planning and inventory optimization.
10. Support the management of preventive and corrective maintenance service contracts.
11. Ensure compliance with internal policies, audits, and safety standards.
12. Lead cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives within the MRO category.
13. Provide support to internal departments with required MRO documentation.

Languages

• Advanced English (required for supplier sourcing, negotiations, and communication with international suppliers).

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