Site Buyer

Overview The Site Buyer manages all purchasing, sourcing, and inventory activities that support daily manufacturing plant operations. This role ensures timely availability of maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts, plant consumables, and shop supplies while maintaining cost effectiveness, inventory accuracy, and strong system integrity.

The Site Buyer partners closely with Maintenance, Operations, and Performance teams to manage spend, support equipment reliability, and ensure purchasing and inventory processes are executed accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities Purchasing & Sourcing

Procure all MRO parts, equipment, and plant consumables Execute sourcing and purchasing activities through the MyBuy procurement system Ensure timely order placement, delivery, and issue resolution Support cost control through price comparison, supplier selection, and spend visibility

Inventory Management & Control

Monitor and manage inventory levels to support plant reliability while minimizing excess and obsolescence Own inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation Oversee storeroom organization, part labeling, and inventory standards Support parts kitting for planned maintenance and scheduled work

System & Data Integrity

Maintain accuracy and integrity of purchasing and inventory data within MyBuy Research and resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, receipts, invoices, and inventory balances Keep part descriptions, pricing, supplier information, and usage data current and accurate

Receiving & Storeroom Operations

Coordinate receiving of purchased materials and equipment Ensure proper documentation, storage, and system receipt of incoming materials Partner with Maintenance and Operations to prioritize urgent or critical part needs

Cross‑Functional Partnership

Work with Maintenance teams to forecast parts needs and support equipment uptime Collaborate with Operations and Performance Managers/Analysts to track spend and usage trends Support audits and compliance activities related to purchasing and inventory controls

The expected compensation range for this position is between $60,600 - $94,450. Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement. In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.

Experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain within a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong organizational and data management skills Working knowledge of purchasing and inventory control systems Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced plant environment Experience with MRO purchasing and storeroom operations Experience using MyBuy or similar ERP/procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) Knowledge of maintenance parts, equipment, and industrial supplies Experience supporting audits or inventory control processes Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred (maintenance or related field) 5+ years of operations or maintenance experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Demonstrated success in a results‑oriented, challenging environment Must have indefinite right to work in the United States

Leadership & People Skills

Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive change Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills