Kelly Services is seeking a direct hire Senior Buyer for a materials manufacturing company in Kimberly, WI. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing and purchasing materials essential to business operations. This is your chance to make a lasting impact with your expertise in market trends, supplier management, and procurement efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- Stay ahead of the curve by monitoring market trends and supplier capabilities to make strategic purchasing decisions.
- Forge strong partnerships by identifying, evaluating, and negotiating with suppliers to secure the best terms.
- Implement strategies that balance cost-effectiveness with high-quality materials, constantly seeking ways to reduce procurement costs.
- Draft, negotiate, and monitor contracts to ensure favorable terms and compliance.
- Collaborate with sales and quality control teams to ensure the materials we purchase meet high standards.
- Oversee $3 million in inventory, ensuring stock levels are optimized and prevent shortages or overstock.
- Maintain and manage 2,726 SKUs, ensuring accuracy and alignment with demand forecasts.
- Proactively address supply chain risks, implementing contingency plans to keep operations smooth.
- Generate insightful procurement reports, analyze data, and make data-driven decisions to improve the process.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a related field (Certifications a plus)
- 3-5 years of professional experience in a similar procurement role and sourcing experience, including managing international suppliers and coordinating with freight carriers
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel expertise)
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and market trends
- MUST BE FELXABLE TO TRAVEL AS NEEDED TO KY
- Monday-Friday 8am-5pm/ Only on Fridays work remotely
- Salary: $75,000-89,000 a year
- Comprehensive Benefits Package - Health, dental, and vision, 401(k) with company matching contributions and Paid time off and holidays.
We're excited to see how you can make an impact. Apply today and show us why you're the right fit for this role.
Apply today. Please email resume to Daisy at or call at .