MRO Buyer

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

If you are a

Buyer, Operational Indirect/MRO,

looking for an opportunity to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Based in

Rushville, IN

, reporting to the Operations Manager, this role will provide outstanding service to internal stakeholders by validating and satisfying requirements efficiently and effectively. The candidate will be responsible for purchasing of indirect plant supplies to maintain operations, VMI/Tool Crib, maintenance, and facilities.

If You Are a Buyer, Operational Indirect/MRO, You Will

- Generate requisitions and purchase orders in the ERP system for Indirect Factory/MRO spend.

- Obtain necessary authorizations and approvals as per the guidelines/procedures, prior to submitting a PO, for purchases.

- Follow up on Indirect/MRO purchase orders, confirming delivery and price.

- Review PO to receipts, assure contractual price met, and PO close timely.

- Monitor Indirect/MRO/VMI inventory and adjust to business conditions to reduce waste.

- Maintain good relations with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers through outstanding service.

- Maintain the cost-quality-delivery relation, pursuing the maximum savings for the company.

- Evaluate supplier performance regularly and provide feedback for improvement.

- Work directly with suppliers to negotiate pricing and payment terms per business guidelines.

- Implement inventory optimization techniques such as setting minimum and maximum stock levels.

- Utilize just-in-time (JIT) or Kanban systems to maintain lean inventory.

- Streamline your procurement processes to reduce delays and inefficiencies.

- Collaborate and partner with internal stakeholders and support teams.

- Stay updated on import/export regulations, tariffs, and customs requirements to avoid compliance issues.

- Maintain accurate and complete documentation to facilitate smooth transactions.

- Assist with special projects supporting the leadership team and business as needed.

- Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

- Bachelor’s degree preferred or relevant equivalent experience.

- 1-2 years of experience supporting Indirect Material/MRO/VMI purchasing in a mid-sized manufacturing environment, preferred with leadership experience of a small team.

- ERP system experience needed

- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

- Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to make decisions quickly and resolve issues independently.

- Minimal travel needed for this role - less than 15% domestic travel.

- Legal work authorization in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

- Oracle (ERP system) experience preferred.

- VMI experience preferred

Onsite Work Arrangement

This role is based fully onsite, with some flexibility, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities

Schedule

Assembly operates on a 4-day, 10-hour work-shift schedule. Salaried employees who are not front-line supervisors work five days to support this arrangement. They can choose between working extended hours from Monday to Thursday with a half day on Friday, or they can opt for full eight-hour workdays from Monday to Friday.

Why Work in the Rushville, IN

Our facility is located in Rushville, IN, which is less than an hour from Indianapolis. Rushville is also a short drive from larger communities such as Shelbyville, Greenfield, and Greensburg. Downtown Rushville offers shopping, local eateries, a seasonal farmer and artisan market, and a host of community activities at the Riverside Park Amphitheater. Awarded the

Stellar Community

designation by the State of Indiana, Rushville offers an exceptional school system, a low cost of living, and is a place where “everyone knows your name.”

About Our Location

Our 2-building campus offers a safe and clean work environment with a “family” atmosphere. We manufacture new semi-hermetic compressors and take the worn-out, failed compressors out of the field and remanufacture them to “like new” status, as well as manufacture crank shafts. Approximately 200 employees work in Rushville and are an integral part of our organization. A 2-building campus allows for learning and growth opportunities for all our team.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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