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Job Title: Junior Purchaser
Location: Canton, MA
50K~60K
Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm
Position Overview
The Junior Purchaser supports the procurement team by assisting with sourcing, ordering, and tracking materials and components needed for manufacturing and distribution operations. This is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on experience in supply chain and purchasing while ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective procurement aligned with production needs.
Key Responsibilities
This role offers a great opportunity to grow your career in supply chain and procurement within a dynamic manufacturing environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work cross-functionally, and contribute directly to operational success.
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.
Get a complete career fit with Kelly®.
You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your 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.
Location: Canton, MA
50K~60K
Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm
Position Overview
The Junior Purchaser supports the procurement team by assisting with sourcing, ordering, and tracking materials and components needed for manufacturing and distribution operations. This is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on experience in supply chain and purchasing while ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective procurement aligned with production needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in sourcing and purchasing raw materials, components, and services based on production schedules and inventory levels
- Create, manage, and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and accurate pricing
- Communicate with suppliers to confirm order status, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on delayed shipments
- Maintain accurate procurement data in ERP systems, including pricing, lead times, and part specifications
- Support inventory control through cycle counts and stock level monitoring
- Collaborate with production, planning, and engineering teams to align purchasing with operational requirements
- Assist in identifying new suppliers and obtaining quotes for parts and materials
- Participate in cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and procurement standards
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
- 1–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain (manufacturing or distribution environment preferred)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Basic understanding of purchasing processes, inventory control, and ERP systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented with a proactive, team-focused approach
- Experience with Global Shop ERP or similar systems
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and supply chain best practices
- Exposure to supplier negotiations or contract management
- Familiarity with domestic and international sourcing
- Experience in build-to-order or custom manufacturing environments
- APICS certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) is a plus
- Combination of office and warehouse environment
- May require standing or walking for extended periods (4–6 hours)
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
- Exposure to moderate noise levels in warehouse areas
- No regular travel required
- This is an on-site position
This role offers a great opportunity to grow your career in supply chain and procurement within a dynamic manufacturing environment. You’ll gain hands-on experience, work cross-functionally, and contribute directly to operational success.
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.
Get a complete career fit with Kelly®.
You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your 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.