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Kelly Services Buyer III in Torrance, California
Job Title : Buyer III
Location : Torrance, CA - Onsite
Duration : 1 year with possible extensions
Pay : $54-$57/hr. (depending on experience)
Shift : 9-80 Schedule – 1 st Shift
Job Description:
Work in an evolving fast-growing company, with cross-functional teams on multiple government projects, where time is of the essence. As Buyer III you will negotiate with suppliers for goods and / or services to obtain the best price, quality and delivery for the business. Make recommendations to management on possible long-term purchases, monitor trends, and make every effort to find potential cost savings.
Job Responsibilities:
• Purchasing of goods, materials, and services to meet company operational needs
• Considering: price, quality and delivery and ensuring continuity of supply
• Processing the request for quote process and MRP report, order placement, order maintenance,
resolution of invoice issues, resolution of quality concerns, and weekly order follow up
• Procurement activity may range from low dollar value to high value, complex requirements
requiring negotiations
• Meet internal mercury customers objectives while achieving maximum cost efficiency
• Responsibility for specific products and/or range of services across varied commodities and end
• Meet departmental key performance indicators in on time order placement, cost saving, supplier
management, on time delivery and inventory management
• Close interaction with planning, engineering, production, accounts payable, quality management,
business development, and leadership across the enterprise
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency, the ability to think strategically and critically analyze details
• Project management experience will be utilized to support new programs and the initiatives that
drive sourcing strategies
• Engage with engineering and project teams for early supplier engagement in the development
phase and ensure all cost targets are met
• Immediate communication with program team and management on material concerns as they
arise
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or 8+ years of Procurement experience
• Skilled in ERP/Oracle systems
• Excellent MS skills with proficiency in Excel
• Accustomed to working in a team environment with multiple cross-functions
• Understanding of government compliance, regulations and contractual requirements such as –
FAR / DFAR / ITAR / CUI / CSI
• 5 yrs experience with DCMAs CPSR, PO justification requirements and PO Folder creation
• Proficiency in procurement processes, such as supplier Open Order Reports, Past Due PO Follow-
Up, On-Time Order Placement, Supplier On-Time Delivery, PO / Material Exception Reports
• Strong organization - ability to prioritize and solve problems with minimum oversight
• Planning, negotiation and agreements/contract management experience
• Good technical knowledge of procurement / sourcing of Machined Items, Sheet Metal, Active
Electronics, CCA / PCBA, Software, Cables, Connectors, Passive Electronics, Hardware, Displays,
Build to Print requirements
• Familiar with sourcing electronics components via manufactures FAEs or Internet sourcing
• Understanding of buyers purchase Terms and Conditions of order
• Ability to multi-task and work in a flexible, fast-paced environment with multiple competing
deadlines a must
• Exceptional analytical acumen
• Excellent written & verbal communications talents
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management; Operations or Engineering
• 12 years Government procurement experience
• Highly proficient in CPSR requirements
• Proficient in all Government procurement requirements / regulations
Why Kelly?
Kelly® puts you in charge of your career, with access to cutting edge projects and technologies in industry leading organizations. Top companies throughout the world have trusted Kelly as a premier source of engineering & scientific talent and services since 1965. And Engineering & Scientific job seekers know Kelly® as a firm with an unmatched reputation for quality, integrity and professionalism. Whether you seek the variety and flexibility of working on short-term project engagements or prefer contract-to-hire or direct hire placement with our clients, apply with Kelly® to explore opportunities that suit your specific professional interests.
As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:
Exposure to a variety of career opportunities as a result of our expansive network of client companies
Career guides, information and tools to help you successfully position yourself throughout every stage of your career
Access to more than 3,000 online training courses through our Kelly Learning Center
Weekly pay and service bonus plans
Group-rate insurance options available immediately upon hire*
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 (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) 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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