MRO Coordinator

United States, Tampa (Florida)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of.

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The MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) Coordinator is responsible for leading the procurement, inventory, and distribution of maintenance and repair supplies to ensure optimal equipment performance and operational efficiency. This role involves working closely with maintenance teams, vendors, and internal partners to maintain accurate records, manage stock levels, and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the purchasing, receiving, and inventory management of MRO materials, tools, and spare parts.

• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, purchase orders, and vendor contracts using the company's inventory management system.

• Work closely with maintenance and operations teams to ensure timely availability of necessary supplies.

• Coordinate with suppliers to negotiate pricing, track order status, and resolve discrepancies.

• Conduct routine audits of MRO inventory to prevent stockouts and excess inventory.

• Develop and implement efficient stocking strategies and reorder points to optimize inventory levels.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies related to MRO procurement and inventory management.

• Assist in budget preparation and cost analysis related to MRO expenses.

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements in MRO procurement and inventory control.

• Adhere to all defined Safety and Sustainability requirements and expectations, clarification whenever Safety and Sustainability requirements and expectations are either unknown or unclear

• Promptly report identified Safety and Sustainability issues, problems, deficiencies, errors, incidents, and/or opportunities to management and correct where possible

Key requirements:

• High school Diploma or equivalent

• 3 years of related experience

Environmental / Physical Demands:

• Lifting / bending / standing in work area

• PPE and handling of hazardous materials

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including the successful candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and job-related knowledge. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including performance-related bonus, medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more.

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reference: R67124