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Company: Kelly Services
Location: Chesterfield, MO
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board

Description

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Manufacturing Operator I - Purchasing Agent
Location: [1391 Timberlake Manor Pkwy Chesterfield MO 63017]
Type: Full-Time
About Us:
At this company, we're at the forefront of manufacturing innovation, dedicated to producing outstanding non-bill of material products and services. We're seeking an ambitious Manufacturing Operator I - Purchasing Agent to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll be the linchpin between internal customers and the procurement process, ensuring seamless operations and the implementation of efficient purchasing strategies.
The Role:
As a Manufacturing Operator I - Purchasing Agent, you'll act as the single point of contact for internal customers regarding procurement-related queries. Your expertise will guide the local purchasing process for indirect non-bill of material products and services, working in harmony with our sourcing and category management teams.
Your Impact:

  • Strategic Procurement: Manage local purchase requisitions, aligning with organizational strategies and frameworks.
  • Optimization: Offer alternatives that enhance cost-effectiveness and scrutinize supplier potentials through basic RFI/RFP processes.
  • Supplier Selection & Order Processing: Choose suppliers per defined strategies and process requisitions via purchase orders or purchasing cards, following up as necessary.
  • Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with local planning functions on production schedules, ensure smooth implementation of procurement functions across multiple sites, and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
  • Efficiency & Compliance: Ensure the procurement process's effectiveness, promoting the use of global/regional contracts and ensuring purchases comply with the preferred supplier program.
What We're Looking For:
  • A proactive problem-solver with a Bachelor's degree (preferred) in a relevant discipline or a high school diploma with a minimum of two years of relevant purchasing experience.
  • Strong analytical thinker with a thorough understanding of procurement processes.
  • Excellent communicator and coordinator, capable of managing relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
  • A team player who is adept at working in a fast-paced environment and capable of juggling multiple tasks efficiently.
Why This Company?
  • Culture of Excellence: Thrive in an environment that encourages innovation and personal growth.
  • Impactful Work: Play a key role in streamlining our procurement process, directly affecting our operational efficiency and success.
  • Professional Development: Enjoy continuous learning opportunities and career growth in a supportive atmosphere.
  • Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to contribute to our team's success and drive excellence in our procurement processes, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and cover letter, detailing how your experience and skills align with our needs.

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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