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Company: Kelly Services
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board

Description

Planner/Buyer II
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Salary: $75K - $80K (with flexibility for exceptional candidates)

Join an Industry Leader in Precision Manufacturing!

Are you an experienced Planner/Buyer looking to make a significant impact in a high-tech, cutting-edge industry? We're recruiting on behalf of a global leader in the hard disc drive industry, one of only three companies in the world producing critical components for this market. With strong support from world-renowned industry partners, this is your chance to be part of a highly specialized and innovative team that is driving the future of technology.

Why You Should Apply
If you're passionate about production planning, purchasing, and material management and want to work in a company that values precision, teamwork, and growth, this is the opportunity for you. You'll play a key role in ensuring seamless operations at the heart of an advanced manufacturing facility, working with cutting-edge tools like SAP to streamline processes and ensure timely production.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain the Production Plan using SAP, incorporating forecasts, materials availability, and production capacity.
  • Negotiate and build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the best value for materials and services.
  • Manage purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure efficient material flow within the plant.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve supply chain challenges and maintain optimal inventory levels.

What We're Looking For:

  • 3-5 years of SAP experience in planning, purchasing, and receiving.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills to work with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Proven ability to solve problems, manage priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • High School Diploma or GED required; a college degree is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, and email is essential.

What's in It for You:

  • Competitive salary: $75K - $80K, with flexibility for top talent.
  • Full benefits package including health insurance, 401k, and bonus potential.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions will be valued.
  • Opportunities for career growth in a company that's at the forefront of innovation in the industry.

Work Schedule:
This is a Monday to Friday role with standard business hours and the potential for overtime when needed, giving you a strong work-life balance while contributing to critical projects.

Company Culture:
Our client fosters a culture of innovation, precision, and collaboration. You'll be part of a team that values your insights and encourages continuous improvement, with opportunities to grow professionally in a company that's driving the future of technology.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to join a world-class team where your skills will directly impact cutting-edge production, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today to start a rewarding career with an industry leader.



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 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 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.


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