Kelly Services
Location
Abingdon, VA | United States
Job description
Buyer
Pay: $45,000
Shift: 1st (8am - 5pm)
SUMMARY
The position of Buyer reports to the Director, Supply Chain and is responsible for the day-to-day purchase of materials, equipment, supplies, and service in accordance with prescribed purchasing regulations and procedures. A Buyer must have thorough knowledge of the items which need to be purchased.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
He/she will examine and analyze purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information; contact department or initiator to clarify or complete information; determine method to process requisition based on dollar amount, timeliness required, existing open contracts, and/or competitive bidding.
Will be required and expected to learn and abide by Hapco’s purchase approval authority procedure.
Ensures purchase orders are submitted and all relevant supply issues are communicated daily, in a timely and accurate manner.
Expedites material delivery, when necessary, to meet production schedules and customer expectations.
Implements and executes contracts with vendors.
Purchases raw materials to replenish stock levels or on an “as-needed” basis.
Purchases expensed and MRO (Maintenance, Repair and Operations) items, utilizing the Hapco Purchase Requisition process.
Resolves paperwork discrepancies with regard to receiving and invoicing.
Identifies opportunities to put blanket orders in place.
Search on a broad scale for alternate suppliers.
Comply with all company rules, safety policies and procedures.
Work with computers, Microsoft Office Suite and Hapco’s MRP based system on a daily basis.
Good relationship skills are a must to successfully deal with vendors on a daily basis.
Ability to continually prioritize tasks to be completed as requires.
Work effectively to identify and resolve problems or issues.
Self-starter and multi-task oriented. Able to work independently, as-well-as with others, as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
IMPORTANT:
Any employee who does not understand any portion of the for this position needs to bring that fact to their manager’s attention so they can provide further work performance or safety instructions, as needed.
This is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities which are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, at any time, with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Skill sets must include business related computer literacy, analytical problem solving, excellent verbal and written communication, and multi-task-oriented skills.
Procurement experience is required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to follow and give verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
Well organized and detail oriented.
Able to function in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Work well in team environment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent of a two-year certificate or degree from a college and a minimum of three to five years’ experience in a purchasing environment using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or related and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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