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**Job Title:** Buyer – Engineering

**Location:** St. Louis, MO

**Department:** Operations

**Reports To:** Procurement Manager or Supply Chain Lead

**Job Code:** 9890951, 44559235

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to support procurement activities within a manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for sourcing materials, components, and services that meet quality, cost, and regulatory standards. The Buyer will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to support production schedules, mitigate supply chain risks, and ensure continuity of supply.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement and Sourcing:

+ Source and procure components, raw materials, and services in support of production and development needs.

+ Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to ensure cost-effective and reliable purchasing.

+ Identify new suppliers to meet business needs and maintain competitive advantage.

Supplier Management:

+ Evaluate and select suppliers based on criteria such as quality, cost, delivery, and compliance.

+ Foster strong supplier relationships and address supply issues in a timely manner.

+ Conduct periodic supplier assessments and performance reviews.

Compliance and Documentation:

+ Ensure purchasing processes align with applicable industry regulations and quality standards.

+ Maintain accurate procurement records, including contracts, purchase orders, and certifications.

+ Collaborate with the quality team to resolve supplier-related non-conformances.

Risk and Cost Management:

+ Identify and assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.

+ Implement purchasing strategies that reduce costs while maintaining required quality levels.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

+ Coordinate with departments such as Finance, R&D, Engineering, and Quality to support business objectives.

+ Participate in cross-functional teams for new product development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Project Involvement:

+ Attend project meetings to provide procurement input and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies.

+ Execute risk mitigation and sourcing projects as assigned.

Key Interactions:

+ Frequent collaboration with internal teams across multiple departments.

+ Regular interaction with suppliers and external partners to ensure alignment and performance.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

+ Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in a regulated manufacturing environment.

+ Familiarity with quality and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA) is a plus.

+ Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.

+ Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

+ Experience with AS400 or similar systems is advantageous.

+ Analytical mindset with the ability to assess supplier performance and forecast demand.

+ Self-motivated and eager to learn.

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 is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly 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 participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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.