Kelly · 14 hours ago
Junior Buyer
Torrance, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$28/hr - $31/hr
1+ years expKelly is a global industry leader focused on precision, quality, and innovation. They are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Buyer to support their Sourcing team by ensuring timely procurement of materials and maintaining supplier relationships.
OutsourcingProfessional Services
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Daisy De La Torre-Mena
Responsibilities
As a Buyer I, you will play a key role in ensuring the right materials are purchased, delivered, and tracked to keep production moving
Initiate purchase orders for materials/supplies based on approved requisitions and ERP data
Set up new vendors/products and maintain ERP purchasing data
Place orders, track deliveries, and expedite shipments when needed
Issue RFQs and analyze quotations for management review
Reconcile inventory, invoices, and resolve discrepancies
Coordinate vendor shipments to meet monthly production deadlines
Ensure purchasing compliance with ISO standards, policies, and ethical practices
Support other buyers and assist with additional projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree OR 1–3 years in supply chain
Strong analytical skills and advanced math ability
Professional communication and phone etiquette
Understanding of basic accounting principles
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and general typing skills
Self-motivated, dependable, and able to make sound decisions
Eligible to receive ITAR and CUI-controlled information
Preferred
Experience with ERP systems
Contract negotiation familiarity
Company
Kelly
We’ve been helping organizations find the people they need longer than any other company in the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Chris Layden
Chief Executive Officer
N
Nicholas Zuhlke
Vice President, Controller, and Chief Accounting Officer
Recent News
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