Purchasing Specialist

Kelly Services is seeking a Purchasing Specialist for a long-term position with one of our Global Clients based in Irvine, CA . This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401k, and paid time off. Title: Purchasing Specialist Location: Irvine (92618) Pay: $35 hr; plus benefits and PTO Hours: M-F first shift Duration: long term

OVERVIEW

The Purchasing Specialist will support a group of internal Procurement professionals as well as external suppliers. While this is mainly support, we are looking for an experienced individual that understands Procurement and Supply Chain management. Major Responsibilities Coordination of Engineering Change Order (ECO) Process Preparation and management of quote requests Management of Purchase Order Process Support of Vendor and Client Invoicing Invoice Reconciliation PO and Invoice Problem Resolution Prepare Presentations as Requested Assist task related to adding new suppliers to ERP systems and approved supplier lists Support execution of supplier contractual agreements (i.e. non-disclosure agreements, award letters, supply agreements, etc.) Experience Experience of 3+ years in a Procurement organization, preferably in the Medical Device industry. Other FDA regulated industries will be considered. Strong analytical/technical aptitude competence. Experience with Engineering Change Orders and Supplier Change requests preferred. Knowledge of ERP system being a SME is a plus , Document Control System and Excel Experience working in a highly matrixed company environment Experience communicating with external suppliers Experience working in Manufacturing Operations, specifically in a GMP environment is highly preferred. Bachelor s Degree required. Benefits and Perks 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. Why Kelly Engineering/Technology - Project Services Looking to work with leading project management organizations at top companies around the world? That’s where we come in. At Kelly Engineering and Kelly Technology, our Project Services Teams create expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with opportunities to work on intriguing, innovative, and high-visibility projects-all with a schedule that works for you. Do you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects? Or are looking for a long-term opportunity? Either way, our connections and expertise will help you take your career exactly where you want to go. That’s just good planning. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Equal Employment Opportunity & Compliance Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. AI-Use Disclosure Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly