Plant MRO Buyer

MRO BUYER

Vilnius, Lietuva

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Plant Buyer to join our team. Reporting to the Plant Maintenance Leader, the Plant Buyer will be responsible for the procurement and inventory management of various spare parts, consumables, and indirect services for our site. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our plant by managing stock levels, coordinating with suppliers, and adhering to safety and compliance standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adhere to safety policies, rules, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and legal requirements.
• Coordinate and fulfill the site's needs for consumables and spare parts.
• Monitor supply quality and manage non-conformities.
• Manage stock levels to avoid overstocking and obsolescence.
• Utilize MRP and ERP systems effectively.
• Analyze consumption and anticipate changes in plant needs.
• Autonomously manage the order process for MRO and indirect categories.
• Negotiate and manage low-value orders (up to 25k€).
• Collaborate with Regional Buyers on small capex projects and high-value orders.
• Continuously improve procurement processes using digital platforms (SAP, Coupa, P-card).
• Act as a liaison between production planning, category leaders, operations, and suppliers.
• Ensure material availability in required times and quantities.
• Promote TPM/Lean approach and implement actions for operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with local and corporate regulations.
• Create and modify suppliers and item codes in the ERP system.
• Participate in procurement productivity projects and propose task optimization solutions.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• 1-3 years of supply chain/purchasing experience.
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong Lithuanian and English language skills (both verbal and written)
• Proficient in Windows and MS Office.
• Experience with SAP or similar software would be an advantage.
• Ability to analyze and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong communication and cross-functional cooperation skills, organizational savvy.

ABOUT OWENS CORNING:

Owens Corning is a global residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.