Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Basic Job Description:

MRO Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing the inventory of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supplies, including spare parts, tools, and other materials needed for routine maintenance and repairs within a facility, ensuring accurate stock levels, timely procurement, and efficient distribution to maintain operational continuity; key duties include tracking inventory levels, placing purchase orders, managing stock rotations, performing physical counts, and analyzing usage data to optimize inventory management strategies.

Key Responsibilities of MRO Inventory Specialist

• Inventory Creation:
  • Clean and sort grouping similar items together, remove any obsolete or damaged items.
  • Cataloging and system development following a standardized naming convention for all parts. Develop categories and sub categories for easy classification.
  • Data entry and management input all part information into the CMMS system. Include details such as part number, description, technical specifications, manufacturer, location, quantity, and reorder points.
  • Physical reorganization of storerooms, creating efficient layouts, Implement appropriate storage solutions (e.g., bins, shelves, cabinets). Arrange parts based on usage frequency, size, or other relevant criteria.
  • Label and identify areas with signage for ease of use by end users. Ensure all parts are properly tagged with their unique identifiers.
• Inventory Management:
  • Monitor MRO inventory levels to identify stock shortages and potential stockouts.
  • Generate purchase requisitions for MRO supplies based on predetermined reorder points.
  • Receives items into the Maximo inventory for restocking and kitting.
  • Maintain proper storage and organization of MRO inventory within the warehouse or designated storage areas.
  • Conduct regular physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy of stock levels.

Kitting

• The storeroom staff picks the required parts from inventory that have been planned to the work orders.
• The kit is checked for accuracy to ensure all necessary items are present and in the correct quantities.
• The completed kit is placed in a designated staging area, readily accessible to the maintenance technician
• Data Analysis and Reporting:
  • Analyze MRO usage data to identify trends and opportunities for cost optimization.
  • Generate inventory reports on stock levels, usage patterns, and potential cost savings.
  • Track supplier performance and identify potential cost-saving opportunities with vendors.
• System Administration:
  • Utilize inventory management software to track MRO inventory levels and generate reports.
  • Maintain accurate data within the inventory system, including item descriptions, stock codes, and supplier information.

Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Strong understanding of procurement principles and practices.
• Knowledge of MRO categories, including maintenance parts, repair supplies, and operational consumables.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills to interact with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and ERP systems
• Analytical skills to evaluate data and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

Desired:

• Experience or training in inventory management or MRO operations.

• Familiarity with basic maintenance tools and equipment.

• Previous experience in a supportive role.

• Knowledge of fundamental inventory management practices, with an emphasis on maintaining an organized and efficient storeroom to support the reliability of plant operations.

• Familiarity with Reliability-Centered Stocking (RCS) concepts to optimize inventory levels and ensure high availability of critical spares, balancing cost and space constraints with the need for operational readiness.

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Compensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $22-27/hr

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!

• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts

• AD&D Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia, and no fee will be due.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.