Production Procurement Buyer/Planner/Expeditor - Full-time / Part-time

Kelly Government Solutions is currently seeking a Production Procurement Buyer/Planner/Expeditor to support one of our top government clients on Sterling Heights, MI on a contract assignment. If you or someone you know are interested in this opportunity please contact Mike Zwada, at Micz597@kellyservices.com or apply online. Responsibilities: Analysis of Oracle system material needs including issuance of Material Requisitions. Solicitation of bids from competitive sources including analysis of the returned proposals & offers. Proposal negotiation relative to bid offers. Purchase order preparation, placement and continued administration/monitoring to assure supplier performance standards are met, inclusive of contractual terms & conditions. Expediting of purchase orders via communication & on site program reviews. Serve as focal point on issues between the supplier & interfacing GDLS functional/program departments. Conduct and participate in purchase order audits. Participate in company continuous improvement programs. Responsible to administer all affairs between client and major subcontractors for various types of subcontracts, including both fixed price and cost reimbursement. Solicitation and Preparation of Request for Proposals (RFP's) and Request for Information (RFI's). Cost analysis of proposals. Proposal fact finding -Proposal negotiations, including cost and terms and conditions. Requirements Planning (MRP) needs and issuance of requisitions. Coordinate "Source Selection" process. Job Requirements: Must possess a Bachelors Degree AND at 2-5 years of related experience. Ability to use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) System and Oracle (or equivalent) desirable. Able to learn the Federal Acquisition Regulations, DFARS Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement and the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) as well as international supplements such as the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR), EARS Export Administration Regulations. Strong communication (oral and written) and problem solving skills. Ability to deal with all levels of management, both internal and external - Understanding of procurement processes and multi-tasking abilities. High standard of business ethics and practices. Domestic travel - international travel possible. Must be able to obtain security clearance. Strong ability to multi-task. Desire to expand to increasing levels of procurement authority. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel & the internet business applications are desired but are not mandated. Must be a U.S. Citizen per U.S. government contract. About Kelly Services® As a workforce advocate for over 70 years, we are proud to have a role in managing employment opportunities for more than one million workers around the globe. We employ 550,000 of these individuals directly with the remaining workers engaged through our talent supply chain network of supplier partners. Revenue in 2015 was $5.5 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.]]