Salary: $32 – $35 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Vernon Maintenance Full Time Professional Vernon, CA, US Salary Range: $32.74 To $35.00 Hourly Sabrosura Foods is one of the leading marketers of Hispanic products sold throughout the U.We are dedicated to delivering authentic and high-quality products to our customers. Our passion lies in creating delicious, culturally inspired foods that connect people and cultures. Our drive for quality, authenticity, and innovation compels us to deliver exceptional products that celebrate the diverse cultures and tastes of our customers. The MRO Buyer – Maintenance is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials required to support the Maintenance department and ensure reliable, uninterrupted plant operations. The MRO Buyer is responsible for ordering and expediting maintenance parts, obtaining competitive pricing, managing supplier relationships, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring that required materials are available when needed to support plant operations. This position plays an key role in minimizing maintenance-related downtime while maintaining cost-effective purchasing practices and compliance with company, food safety, and safety requirements. Maintenance Purchasing Serve as the primary purchasing resource for the Maintenance department for MRO parts, supplies, equipment, and services. Source and procure MRO materials, including spare parts, tools, equipment, consumables, and maintenance supplies from approved vendors. Obtain and compare vendor quotes to ensure competitive pricing, quality, availability, and delivery. Create and maintain purchase orders and ensure orders are processed accurately and in a timely manner. Follow up on open, delayed, backordered, or critical spare part orders and communicate delivery updates to the Maintenance Supervisor. Inventory Management Monitor MRO inventory levels in coordination with the Maintenance Supervisor to maintain appropriate stock levels for critical maintenance parts. Identify critical spare parts and help ensure adequate availability to minimize equipment downtime. Support inventory cycle counts,



physical inventories, and reconciliation activities. Monitor excess, obsolete, and slow-moving MRO inventory and identify opportunities to reduce unnecessary inventory costs. Coordinate with receiving and warehouse personnel to ensure purchased MRO materials are properly received, identified, and stored. Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records within Manager Plus (M+) / CMMS and applicable ERP systems. Vendor and Contractor Management Develop and maintain effective relationships with MRO suppliers, contractors, and service providers. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and other purchasing conditions to achieve cost-effective agreements. Maintain current records of approved MRO vendors and contractors. Monitor supplier performance related to pricing, quality, delivery, and service. Resolve vendor issues related to incorrect, damaged, defective, or delayed materials and services. Coordinate with approved contractors and service providers for maintenance-related parts, repairs, and services as requested by the Maintenance Supervisor or Engineering. Coordinate purchasing-related activities for required inspections, certifications, and maintenance services when assigned. Provide the Maintenance Supervisor with regular updates regarding critical spare parts, open purchase orders, backorders, and expected delivery dates. Support the Maintenance department by ensuring parts and materials required for preventive and corrective maintenance activities are available when needed. Utilize Manager Plus (M+) / CMMS and applicable ERP systems to process purchase orders, track materials, and maintain accurate purchasing information. Maintain organized documentation related to purchase orders, vendor quotes, pricing, contracts, and supplier information. Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify cost-saving opportunities, purchasing trends, and process improvements.



Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procurement policies, approval requirements, and internal controls. Ensure MRO materials and services are purchased in accordance with applicable company, GMP, food safety, and safety requirements. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance purchasing, inventory management, cost reduction, and operational efficiency. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; Minimum of 2–4 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in a food manufacturing or industrial manufacturing environment. Experience supporting maintenance or engineering departments with MRO purchasing is preferred. Experience purchasing maintenance parts, industrial equipment, mechanical components, electrical components, tools, or other MRO materials preferred. Strong knowledge of MRO purchasing maintenance parts, supplies, and industrial equipment. Strong negotiation and vendor management skills with a focus on cost control, quality, and reliable delivery. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple purchase orders and priorities. Ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and make sound purchasing decisions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data analysis, purchasing reports, and inventory tracking. Ability to communicate effectively with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, vendors, contractors, and other internal departments. Knowledge of GMPs, food safety standards, and safety requirements in a food manufacturing environment preferred. Ability to also support Commerce facility as needed. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to regularly walk the production floor, maintenance areas, warehouse, and MRO storage areas. Repetitive standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, grasping, climbing, reaching, and moving throughout the facility. Ability to work in a multi-shift manufacturing environment and provide support outside of normal business hours when business needs require. May be required to work around spices, meat ingredients, dairy products and other food manufacturing materials as part of daily activities. #

📌 Buyer / Supply Chain / Procurement / Inventory (Vernon)
🏢 Sabrosura Foods
📍 Vernon