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Buyer

Location

North County Area

Position Overview

Kelly Engineering Resources is recruiting for a Buyer to work in the North County Area. The Buyer will be responsible for placing purchase orders for materials, services, and equipment, outside processors in response to purchase requisitions based on MRP requirements and company needs. This individual selects and negotiates with approved suppliers to maintain competitive pricing.

Responsibilities
  • Issues purchase orders based on MRP planning reports, or purchase requisitions for non-inventory acquisitions.
    Requires sourcing and sample approval processing necessary to accomplish company objectives.
  • Interacts with all departments throughout the company.
    Tracks supplier delivery performance and expedites delivery of goods as needed.
  • Orders and coordinates the delivery of imported raw materials to meet scheduling requirements.
  • Continuously sources new packaging and raw materials suppliers to meet production and customer requirements.
  • Handles non-conformances of internal and external processes through corrective action process and pursues continuous improvement.
    Maintains and keep current the Kosher Book for inspection on an annual basis.
  • Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with quality control personnel and others to determine source of problem and the corrective action required. Ensures rejected material is returned to supplier within established lead-time.
  • Coordinates product returns with shipping/receiving and accounts payable regarding billing discrepancies.
  • Makes recommendations to management regarding supplier performance and pricing opportunities.
  • Must be a self-starter and be able to work in conjunction and independently of others in the department.
Requirements AA degree and a minimum of three to four years experience in the pharmaceutical or Nutraceutical industry.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Effective analytical ability.
Strong written and oral communication skills; must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization. Effective interpersonal and negotiation skills. Must be a detail oriented individual.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks. Must be proficient with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
Statistical analysis skills; must be able to analyze trends and statistical data and make appropriate decisions and recommendations.

Preferred skills/training:
APICS, NAPM, or related certification desired.


Contact Info

Kelly Engineering Resources® specializes in connecting companies around the world with qualified Engineers, Designers, Drafters, Technicians and Engineering Specialists. We are part of Kelly Services®, a US-based Fortune 500 company and a global industry leader in workforce solutions. With our network of international branch locations, we are uniquely positioned to provide our clients with global workforce solutions and our employees with diverse assignments around the world.

Submit resumes for consideration to leathmg@kellyservices.com or santopl@kellyservices.com
Telephone: 858-404-9815


Posted On

July 9, 2009

 


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