Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom · 6 hours ago
Purchasing Administrator
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking a Purchasing Administrator to provide critical administrative and transactional support to the Strategic Sourcing and New Product Introduction teams. This role is essential for ensuring timely and accurate execution of purchasing activities for new and existing products.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Sourcing & NPI Administrative Support
Support strategic sourcing activities by preparing RFQ documentation, supplier communication logs, and cost comparison files
Assist with supplier onboarding for new product introductions, including documentation collection and system setup
Support administrative tasks related to sourcing decisions, tooling orders, and prototype procurement
Maintain organized records related to sourcing projects, supplier selections, and approval documentation
New Product Introduction (NPI) Execution
Create and maintain purchase orders for prototype, pilot, and production materials associated with NPI programs
Track and follow up on prototype, sample, and pilot material orders to support development and launch timelines
Support transitions from prototype to pilot and into production by ensuring accurate supplier, part, and pricing setup
Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to ensure purchasing readiness for product releases
ERP & Data Management
Set up and maintain supplier, item, and pricing data in ERP systems for new products and sourcing changes
Process engineering change-related updates impacting purchasing data, pricing, or supplier assignments
Ensure purchasing data accuracy to support MRP planning, cost roll-ups, and financial reporting
Maintain documentation supporting sourcing and NPI audit and compliance requirement
Supplier & Cross-Functional Coordination
Serve as a point of contact for routine supplier communications related to order confirmations, documentation, and delivery status
Track supplier acknowledgements, lead times, and readiness in support of NPI milestones
Support resolution of receiving, invoice, and pricing discrepancies related to sourcing and NPI activities
Reporting & Launch Readiness Support
Generate reports to support sourcing milestones, NPI readiness reviews, and launch execution
Assist in tracking open orders, supplier readiness, and part setup status for new product launches
Support sourcing leadership with data collection and administrative analysis for business reviews
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree preferred)
2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement administration, or supply chain support
Experience supporting sourcing and/or new product development activities
Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office tools
Preferred
Experience in a manufacturing or engineering-driven environment
Familiarity with NPI or NPD phase-gate processes
Exposure to RFQs, cost roll-ups, and supplier onboarding
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Telemedicine
Term life
Whole life
Accident insurance
Critical illness
A legal plan
Short-term disability
Retirement savings plan
Service bonus
Holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year)
Transit spending account
Paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan
Company
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom specializes in science, engineering, technology, and telecom.