What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Manager position at Kelly?
Looking to make your next career move? Kelly is hiring for a Procurement Manager in Anderson, SC! This is an excellent opportunity to join the team at a well-established manufacturing company focused on sustainability and innovation.
- Direct hire opportunity
- Salary: $90,000-$120,000 depending on experience bonus
- Full time, onsite
- Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401k
This position will oversee all aspects of the Purchasing department and will work closely both internally with all departments and externally with vendors and raw materials suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, with proven experience in negotiation, cost reduction, and vendor management. Managerial skills are critical to lead a team and ensure efficient, cost-effective purchasing processes. The primary goal is to optimize and streamline purchasing efforts, achieve targeted cost savings through strategic sourcing, negotiations, and improved purchasing decisions.
Summary
- Manage all procurement activities for direct and indirect materials
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and long-term partnerships.
- Oversee the management and renewal of all service contracts to ensure cost efficiency and reliability.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, alternative sourcing, and other procurement strategies.
- Collaborate with internal departments to align purchasing efforts with the company’s operational goals.
- Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures to improve overall procurement efficiency.
- Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and risk factors to ensure uninterrupted supply and competitive pricing.
- Lead procurement professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance management
- Prepare and present purchasing forecasts, budgets, and reports to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement role
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of reducing costs and optimizing supplier agreements.
- Excellent managerial skills with experience leading and developing procurement teams.
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems and procurement software.
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the above qualifications, apply to this posting today for immediate consideration!
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000
