Mfg Plant Maintenance Buyer

Job Overview

Responsible for buying identified parts and materials required within the maintenance operations. Involved in the control of inventory by maintaining accurate records of purchasing, locating, retrieving, and shipping maintenance materials and parts to ensure the day‑to‑day operations run optimally.

Perform all jobs safely, efficiently, and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles.

• Purchase and source parts and materials needed for maintenance operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and coordinate shipping of maintenance materials and parts.
• Ensure safe and efficient completion of all maintenance jobs.
• Support plant performance in Safety, Quality, Reliability and Customer 1st strategy.
• Demonstrate the company’s core values: respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of prior experience in maintenance operations.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic knowledge of operations and production processes.
• Ability to understand complex verbal/written instructions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Food manufacturing experience.
• Experience using CMMS for sourcing, ordering, issuing, and coordinating shipping of maintenance parts/materials.
• Knowledge of price quotations, invoice reconciliation, and market pricing.
• Ability to advise management on market and business conditions.
• Strong vendor relationship management, including performance evaluation and negotiation.
• Experience with PPAS, write‑off reports, and vendor payment procedures.
• Participation in safety and reliability initiatives.

• Wide range of healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible scheduling and paid time off (holiday and sick pay).
• Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on food, travel, technology, and more.
• Up to  21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.
• Opportunity for growth through training programs and career pathways.

Indianapolis, IN —  55,000.00‑ 60,000.00 (full‑time, entry level)

Full‑time

Entry level