MRO Procurement Manager

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Join a next-generation manufacturing organization powering the future of artificial intelligence and high-performance computing. Compal is seeking an experienced MRO Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting the daily operations of a growing electronics manufacturing organization. This position is responsible for managing a wide range of procurement functions that ensure the smooth and efficient running of the company’s expanding U.S. presence.

Overview: The MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) Procurement Manager leads strategic sourcing and procurement activities for all MRO categories. This role is responsible for establishing robust procurement strategies, optimizing supply chain performance, and driving continuous improvement to ensure operational excellence, cost efficiency, and supplier reliability.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop, implement, and continuously optimize MRO procurement strategies, policies, and processes aligned with organizational objectives.
• Team Management: Lead and develop the procurement team through coaching, performance management, and professional growth initiatives; foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Operational Excellence: Identify and implement process improvement and digitalization initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce costs, shorten lead times, and enhance internal customer satisfaction.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with maintenance, production, finance, and logistics departments to ensure stable, timely, and cost-effective material supply that supports uninterrupted operations.
• Supplier Management: Develop supplier management strategies and establish tiered supplier frameworks based on business criticality and material characteristics. Lead supplier evaluation, selection, and performance monitoring to ensure availability, quality, and competitiveness of supply. Build and maintain strong, long-term supplier relationships that support innovation and continuous improvement.
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory standards, and ethical practices.

• Minimum of 10 years of procurement experience
• Proven track record in designing and improving procurement systems and processes, including resource optimization and cost control.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities with a focus on service excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage change, and drive business execution at the departmental level.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of building effective relationships across all organizational levels.

• Background in MRO, manufacturing, or industrial operations environments.
• Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, or similar).
• Experience with supplier development and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.

Join a company committed to operational excellence and employee safety. At Compal, you’ll be a key part of keeping our people, equipment, and leading edge technology secure while helping maintain smooth plant operations. If you’re ready to build the foundation for the future of AI, we’d love to hear from you.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Purchasing and Strategy/Planning
• Manufacturing

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