Buyer - Purchasing

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer (Temp-to-Hire)
Greensboro, NC
$30–$36 per hour
Temp-to-Hire Opportunity

Kelly Services
Kelly Services is seeking an experienced Buyer for a temp-to-hire opportunity with a leading manufacturing organization in Greensboro, NC. This role is ideal for a purchasing professional with experience in sourcing, supplier management, negotiations, and procurement operations.

If you enjoy working with suppliers, improving purchasing processes, and supporting manufacturing operations, this could be a great next career opportunity!

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities for direct and indirect materials and services.
• Source suppliers and support supplier selection processes.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, and purchasing terms.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance and address quality, delivery, and cost concerns.
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring materials and services are available when needed.
• Analyze purchasing data and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Manage purchase orders, resolve discrepancies, and support procurement processes.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams.
• Assist with procurement projects and continuous improvement initiatives .

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or buyer experience.
• Manufacturing or industrial purchasing experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience managing purchase orders and procurement processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Why Join Kelly Services?

• Temp-to-Hire opportunity
• Competitive pay: $30–$36 per hour
• Full-time Monday–Friday schedule
• Opportunity for long-term career growth
• Work with a collaborative and professional team

Interested in this Buyer opportunity? Apply today!
Send your resume to: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

 

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