Purchasing Agent - MRO

Purchasing Agent - MRO

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay

Salaried grade 6, 7 or 8
$67,500 - 88,300 / year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Actual salaries may vary and in some cases may be higher with extensive experience and strong performance.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (with flexibility as needed)

Hybrid-Remote with a minimum of two days onsite per week, per business need.

Location

10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315

Job Summary

McKee Foods Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our Corporate Purchasing team, focusing on Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO). This role is essential in ensuring we have the right materials, services, and supplies-at the right time, quality, and cost-to support our operations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Source and purchase MRO materials, supplies, and services to meet operational needs
• Review requisitions, obtain quotes, and place purchase orders with reliable suppliers
• Negotiate terms and agreements to ensure competitive pricing, service, and delivery
• Analyze supplier performance and market trends to reduce costs and improve efficiency
• Collaborate across departments to understand needs and resolve supplier issues
• Conduct supplier evaluations, including occasional on-site reviews
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Ensure purchasing decisions align with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards
• Supervise assigned support personnel and provide guidance as needed

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (2 years of experience = 1 year education)
• At least 1 year of experience in purchasing or a related field
• Understanding of purchasing procedures, supplier negotiations, and cost analysis
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
• 3-5 years of purchasing experience, especially in MRO
• Familiarity with Maximo or McKee Toolbox
• C.P.M. or CPSM certification
• Knowledge of maintenance-related parts and repairs (electrical, mechanical, raw metals, etc.)

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• 25 days Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer