Purchasing Specialist

Purchasing Specialist

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly is looking for a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist to work at a top eyewear manufacturer in Garland, TX. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community. Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $27.00 per hour

Why you should apply to be a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist:

• Competitive pay rate of $27.00 per hour
• Steady, standard daytime schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
• 6-month contract role with potential for extension or permanent conversion
• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading eyewear manufacturer
• Collaborative team environment with direct exposure to continuous improvement initiatives

What's a typical day as a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist? You'll be:

• Preparing and submitting purchase orders (POs) based on inventory needs, lead times, and backorders to drive timely fulfillment
• Maintaining accurate facility inventory levels and vendor data (costs, sources, lead times, codes) in ERP systems (Solomon, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP)
• Managing vendor relationships, negotiating rates, and identifying alternative sourcing options
• Tracking inbound and outbound shipments, monitoring on-time deliveries, and proactively following up on past-due shipments
• Coordinating day-to-day purchasing activities, including stockout prevention, usage tools, invoicing, debit memos, product returns, and inventory audits
• Participating in continuous improvement by developing usage review tools and optimizing reorder points and order quantities

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have 23+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or inventory control
• Hold a High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Bring strong working knowledge of purchasing and inventory best practices
• Have experience with ERP/purchasing software such as Microsoft Dynamics, Solomon, or SAP
• Are proficient with MS Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel
• Possess strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, negotiation skills, and organizational capabilities
• Are comfortable working 100% onsite in a warehouse/manufacturing setting and able to lift up to 40 lbs as needed

What happens next Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worryeven if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more. Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work. Apply to be a Buyer / Purchasing Specialist today!