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Buyer – Purchasing
Greensboro, NC, US
Office
Bachelors Degree
Full Time, Temp to Hire
$30-$36 PER HOUR
Experienced (Non-Manager)
On-site
Manufacturing - Other
First Shift (Day)
Greensboro, NC, US
$30-$36 PER HOUR
Experienced (Non-Manager)
Full Time, Temp to Hire
Manufacturing - Other
On-site
Office
Bachelors Degree
First Shift (Day)
Job details
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: CHRC511@KELLYSERVICES.COM
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