**Title - Maintenance Buyer** **Tentative end date -** 12 Months **Work Location -** Milwaukee, WI 53219 **Max Pay Rate: $24.29/hr** **Job Description** + A Maintenance Buyer is responsible for managing the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, and services required for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) within an organization. + This role involves researching potential suppliers, negotiating prices and contracts, and ensuring that materials and products meet the necessary specifications. **Key Responsibilities:** + Procurement Management: Research and identify potential suppliers, negotiate prices and contracts, and manage the purchase of materials, supplies, and equipment. + Supplier Relationships: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality of materials. + Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure the availability of necessary materials and supplies. + Cost Management: Implement cost-saving strategies and ensure that purchases are made within budget constraints. + Quality Assurance: Inspect materials and products to ensure they meet the required specifications and quality standards. + Documentation: Prepare and manage purchase orders, invoices, and other procurement-related documentation. + Collaboration: Work closely with maintenance and engineering teams to understand their needs and provide the necessary support. **Qualifications:** + **Education: A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field is preferred.** + **Experience: Previous experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field, particularly within maintenance, repair, and operations.** + Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Proficiency in procurement software and tools. **Additional Responsibilities:** + Supplier Evaluation: Conduct regular evaluations of suppliers to ensure they meet performance and quality standards. + Market Analysis: Stay updated on market trends and changes in the supply chain to make informed purchasing decisions. + Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and industry regulations. + This role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the maintenance operations within an organization If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.