Start 2025 with a BANG with this exciting opportunity for a Buyer/Purchasing Specialist for Pharma/Medical Device company.
Buyer
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000
Temp to Hire
Pharma - Medical Device Company
Hybrid work schedule - 3 days in office/2 work from home
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Procure Goods and Services: Identify, select, and purchase merchandise that aligns with the company's needs and specifications.
Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices while ensuring quality and timely delivery. Responsible for making decisions on suppliers for low to medium value items, negotiating prices and terms for specific categories or products.
Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels and reorder supplies as necessary to avoid overstock and out-of-stock situations.
Market Analysis: Stay up to date with market trends and product availability to make informed purchasing decisions.
Cost Management: Seek the best combination of quality, price, payment terms, and delivery by comparing suppliers.
Sourcing: Support sourcing activities related to procurement plan development, new product introductions, and supplier performance improvements.
Qualifications:
3-5 years of direct purchasing experience or involvement in procurement processes is required.
Skills in negotiation techniques, basic supplier evaluation, purchase order management
Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)
Understanding of purchase order processes
Experience with NetSuite is preferred.
Interviews are happening NOW - for immediate consideration and interview send resumes to chrc511@kellyservices.com.
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