Job Description

Hersheypark amusement park spans 121-acres, and welcomes guests to experience Hersheypark Happy all year long! As the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania, Hersheypark is home to more than 70 rides including 15 coasters and 20+ kiddie rides, as well as a zoo, and an entire water park.

The MRO Buyer assists with managing inventory and procurement systems in support of the Hersheypark maintenance operation. This role is responsible for competitive purchasing of all MRO goods, services, and orders to ensure the quality and continuity of supply while minimizing total costs.

As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Job Duties (Items marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this position):

• Review purchase requisitions for accuracy, pricing, suppliers, and delivery dates, as well as ensure all product quality standards are met.*

• Collaborate with the maintenance team in expediting deliveries to meet operational requirements and to maintain optimal inventory levels.*

• Lead supplier bidding processes and negotiations by implementing strategies that consistently strive for improvements in supplier quality, cost, and service.*

• Resolve procurement issues with suppliers proactively, including communicating and handling the disposition of non-conforming goods or services.*

• Recommend refinements to the overall procurement process to develop efficient and cost effective practices. Identify opportunities to implement cost savings measures that create value, lower the cost of goods purchased, and track results.*

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.

• Industry Experience - Manufacturing

• Industry Experience - Construction/Maintenance

• 18 years of age or older.

• Must have a valid Driver's License

• Bachelor’s degree - Business Administration, Information Management, Organizational Management, Financial Management, Sales, and Marketing

• Relevant work experience can be substituted for education - 7 years

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Industry Experience - Amusement Park

• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

• Proficient working with details on a daily basis for prolonged periods of time.

• Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated, working knowledge of MRO commodities and strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment.

• Demonstrated experience and familiarity with inventory control, receiving, and shipping processes.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, especially with maintenance trades and suppliers.

• Ability to work effectively in teams and maintain the highest ethical standards in all aspects of the role.

Job Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Climbing Ladders Occasional (<33%)

• Reaching Forward Occasional (<33%)

• Climbing Stairs Frequent (34-66%) (50ft maximum height)

• Lifting Occasional (<33%) (50lbs maximum weight)

• Reaching Overhead Occasional (<33%)

• Finger Dexterity Constant (>67%)

• Hand/Eye Coordination Frequent (34-66%)

• Stooping Occasional (<33%)

• Bending Occasional (<33%)

• Sitting Constant (>67%)

• Standing Occasional (<33%)

• Walking Occasional (<33%)

• This job requires a good sense of vision (either corrected or uncorrected). Visual ability to operate moving equipment such as a car, truck, golf carts, etc.

• This job requires the visual ability to view work at distances of approximately 5 feet (operation and adjustment of machinery).

• This job requires the visual ability to perform detailed work at close distances (computer screens, accounting ledgers, using measurement devices).

• This job regularly requires verbal communication of detailed information to others either by phone or in person.

• Must be able to speak and read the English language.

• Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (Repetitive motion).

• The position is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.

• The position is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

• The position is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer