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Buyer

Location : Windsor, CT

Salary Range : 75,000-88,000

Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm

Benefits : Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO + BONUS!

Position Summary

Kelly Services has partnered with a premier company in search of a Buyer in the Ground Support Equipment industry to join their team. Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Buyer to support business operations by purchasing materials, components, supplies, services, etc. essential to support operations. The Buyer will ensure that purchases are the required quality and quantity, at the most economical cost, and of timely delivery. Apply today for immediate consideration!

Responsibilities :

Issue and maintain purchase orders according to MRP demand and incoming requisition forms

Analyze MRP demand and adjust orders according to real needs

Update item data settings to improve MRP demand

Execute on Exception messages and take necessary actions to avoid production shortages, over ordering, or excessive inventory.

Manage scheduling of open orders based on production planning modifications

Manage vendor warranty claims and Return to Vendor activities

Manage Inventory for assigned parts

Work with Category Managers to evaluate Supplier Ratings regularly.

Manage PPVs on a regular basis

Maintain clear, professional and efficient communication with internal and external personnel

Coordinate meetings and prepare needed materials

Other duties as designated by department manager.

Strive to meet Key Performance Metrics as assigned by Leadership

Qualifications :

Bachelors Degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience

APICS certification preferred

Ability to Thrive in a fast paced, dynamic work environment

Results Driven

3-4 years of related purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment

Proven negotiation skills

Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills

Experience with an ERP system

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel at an advanced level

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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