Resolve issues with non-conforming material, unclear specifications, or vendor capacity constraints in

　　participation with cross functional teams.

　　• Follow stablished procurements strategies to meet quality requirements and optimize cost, inventory,

　　delivery and services while ensuring continued supply (favorable PPV)

　　• Plan materials requirements and place purchase orders from suppliers to continuously support

　　production schedules and new product launches, including Negotiate prices and delivery.

　　• Manage purchase orders using ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and vendor portal including

　　analyzing current EW and VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) levels.

　　• Work with stakeholders to assist with the validation process on new/revised raw materials,

　　components, suppliers and products

　　REQUIREMENTS:

　　• Bachelor's Degree in related field with 3 years of related experience in purchasing and/or production

　　control.

　　• Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Excel, and Word; ERP (e.g JDE)

　　preferred

　　• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including

　　negotiating and relationship management skills

　　• Good problem-solving and critical thinking skills

　　• Knowledge of material requirements planning (MRP II) and inventory management programs (e.g,

　　JIT/Kanban, Min/Max)

　　• Moderate knowledge of market and economic indicators, practices and procurement procedures

　　• Accountable to adhere to applicable Edwards Environmental, Health and Safety and Quality System

　　requirements to ensure our products and services consistently meet customer and regulatory

　　requirements.

　　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 (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

　　Why Kelly ® Engineering?

　　Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

　　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.

　　Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s 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 Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s 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.