Buyer Job Listing at Kelly Services in Ocala, FL (Job ID US3545292_BH9745360)

Description

Location: Ocala, Fl (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday-Friday/ 8am-4pm (overtime as needed)

Pay: $34.75/HR

Duration: 5 months

Interview: Phone screen and top candidates to be invited for an onsite interview.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The plant buyer is accountable for M & S inventory management, materials planning, purchase order entry and supplier payments. The incumbent will have thorough knowledge of materials replenishment planning. He/she will support in the development and implementation of sourcing projects to best satisfy the needs of the customer, operations, and finance. He/she is responsible for the execution of processes to ensure the sourcing function is meeting all plant operational requirements, sustaining Sarbanes Oxley compliance, driving productivity through sourcing initiatives, and leading corporate sourcing directives. The buyer has the direct control of material inflow and understanding of supplier limitations. The buyer will manage spend as well as handle the raw material, service, and capital purchase orders.

Reports to: Plant Controller

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with maintenance to develop and maintain inventory control of all maintenance parts and materials, part criticality, and cost monitoring.
• Create purchase orders for all purchases within the plant following Global Sourcing Business Rules.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels to accommodate plant operations; including tracking and reporting.
• May perform a variety of general labor tasks.
• Leads and maintains a good working relationship with all departments and teams.
• Lead and participates in teams and conversations to develop and implement permanent solutions.
• Identifies and initiates cost savings/productivity improvement opportunities.
• Schedule raw material deliveries as needed by the plant while also minimizing driver wait time.
• Execute all inventory counts as requested (weekly, monthly).
• Provide accurate and timely feedback to Ocala Operations Team on any supply issues.
• Organizing and managing all railroad imports including: demurrage bills; rail log; freight claims.
• Acting as Sourcing liaison for the site between regional buyers, plants, and suppliers.
• Review SMOI & actions related.
• Creates PO's for various plant services/leases/materials, and maintenance related PO's. Full responsibility for full cycle of these PO's (GRNI's, kick out's, Open PO review, etc) Maintains Sarbanes Oxley compliance within job function.
• Vendor Master Data.
• Embraces and enforces all safety practices established for the operation.
• Monitors and reconciles credit card purchases.
• Participate in spare parts criticality review with plant maintenance team.
• Follows all work rules and regulations.
• Supports and participates in Safety Teams as needed.
• Maintains a safe work environment in accordance with safety procedures.
• Be a positive spokesperson and help lead plant wide changes.
• Provide the Plant Controller with accurate and timely purchasing information.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Additional Requirements:

• Must have good computer skills and Microsoft experience, SAP (ERP) system experience is very desirable.
• Experience in storeroom, warehouse or sourcing related functions.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to perform basic math skills.
• Must be able to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in business/supply chain preferred.
• One-year experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Supply chain certification preferred (CPIM, CSCP, CPM) preferred.
• Previous experience utilizing an inventory management ERP system.
• Experience utilizing computer programs and Microsoft Office products.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Very high-level attention to detail.
• Ability to work with third party vendors on behalf of Company's interest.
• Desire to learn and an eagerness to develop.
• Demonstrated ability to learn from failures.
• Ability to operate in ambiguity and be a self-starter.
• Ability to work and prioritize in fast-pace environment.
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills, ability to effectively communicate with suppliers.
• Basic Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills; written and oral.
• Detail oriented.
• Analytical skills.

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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