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Sr. Buyer, MRO Purchasing

Onsite, El Paso, TX

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Job ID
R-552173
Category
Procurement Group
Location
El Paso, Texas

Lead the work that keeps us moving

At BD, Corporate professionals power the systems, decisions and capabilities that enable our global business to perform and grow. You'll partner across functions, regions and leadership levels to solve complex challenges, drive operational excellence and support the teams closest to customers and healthcare providers.

Across our corporate functions, BD offers opportunities which allow you to deliver results that matter, take ownership of your impact, and grow your career in an organization built for long-term success. As one of the largest global medical technology companies, BD offers the scale, reach and innovation footprint to help you make an impact across healthcare systems worldwide.

Without you, advancing the world of health™ wouldn't be possible.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

The Senior MRO Buyer is responsible for the procurement of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) materials, spare parts, equipment, and services supporting manufacturing, engineering, facilities, and warehouse operations in a regulated pharmaceutical and medical device environment. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, executes purchasing activities, and ensures the timely availability of critical materials to support equipment reliability and uninterrupted production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Procure MRO materials, spare parts, equipment, and services to support site operations.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers and service providers.

  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, service agreements, and delivery terms to achieve cost savings and service improvements.

  • Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, expediting activities, and invoice resolution.

  • Ensure availability of critical spare parts to minimize equipment downtime and production interruptions.

  • Lead supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions when necessary.

  • Support inventory optimization initiatives, including min/max levels and critical spare parts strategies.

  • Maintain accurate purchasing and material master data within SAP or other ERP systems.

  • Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Facilities, Quality, Operations, and Finance teams to support business objectives.

  • Support capital projects by coordinating the procurement of equipment, materials, and contractor services.

  • Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, safety, and corporate procurement requirements.

  • Identify and implement continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities.

  • Mitigate supply risks through supplier diversification, business continuity planning, and proactive market analysis.

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.

  • 5+ years of procurement or sourcing experience.

  • Experience purchasing MRO materials, spare parts, maintenance services, and indirect goods.

  • Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, or other FDA-regulated manufacturing environments.

  • Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills.

  • Experience with ERP systems such as SAP.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.

Preferred

  • CPIM, CPSM, CSCP, or PMP certification.

  • Experience supporting manufacturing, facilities, engineering, or maintenance organizations.

  • Knowledge of GMP, FDA, ISO 13485, and supplier quality requirements.

  • Experience with capital equipment sourcing and project procurement.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic Sourcing

  • Supplier Relationship Management

  • Contract Negotiation

  • Inventory Optimization

  • Risk Management

  • Cost Reduction

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Problem Solving

  • Continuous Improvement

Impact

This position plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing continuity, reducing equipment downtime, driving cost savings, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining the availability of critical materials necessary to meet customer demand and business objectives.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

USA TX - El Paso - Northwestern Dr.

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  • Problem-solver
  • Results-driven
  • Self-Starter

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This is an environment for professionals who want influence, accountability and visibility. You'll collaborate with teams around the world, advise leaders and help translate bold strategy into measurable outcomes that strengthen our business and advance healthcare worldwide.

See how BD transforms possibility into progress through relentless innovation and purposeful collaboration. See what it means to build the future of health — together with BD.

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