Job Title: Buyer Job Description Review order reports, cut orders, follow up on orders, and ensure the database remains accurate and up to date. Work on bulking up inventory in anticipation of a spike in Q1 2025. Compile and review items to order, gather and solicit quotes from vendors and suppliers, and perform comparative analyses. Create purchase orders, monitor and manage delivery schedules, and follow up with vendors and suppliers. Report on the progress of assigned activities and maintain proactive communication with internal customers. Handle purchasing in the chemistry and reagents industry, specifically High Density/LD Cholesterol, serum, and liquid chemistry. Hard Skills + Knowledge of chemicals and chemistries (plasma preferred) and reagents manufacturing + Experience with MRP/ERP systems (Macola preferred, SAP/Oracle or similar systems) + Working experience in GMP, GDP, and/or cGMP Soft Skills + Proactive communication + Project management (preferred) Job Type This is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s). There is potential for extension and conversion. Work Site This is a fully on-site position in San Marcos, California. Work Environment 1st floor production/manufacturing and 2nd floor purchasing; ability to go up and down stairs. A technical background is a plus. Seeking a candidate with a professional demeanor. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.