Job Title: Buyer Job Description Oversee all aspects of Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Development, Contract Governance, and Spending activities for mechanical, electrical, and electronics materials, component parts, equipment, and services. The primary objective is to minimize the organization’s overall costs, support Operations, and improve product value (Design-to-Value). The Buyer is responsible for procuring goods and services to support the Gaithersburg location. They will work closely with site personnel including Program Managers, Quality Engineering, and other Buyers to drive essential projects aimed at achieving site materials deflation savings targets. Acts as the critical interface between Gaithersburg personnel and the Supply Chain, and participates in the development and management of supplier contracts and long-term agreements (LTA’s). Plays a strategic and tactical role in formulating partnerships with suppliers to meet cost and schedule requirements for Gaithersburg. Hard Skills + SAP (ERP system) + 2-5 years as a buyer in a technical manufacturing setting + Manufacturing Industry (equipment preferred) + Interfacing with Suppliers, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering + Excel (data entry and spreadsheet maintenance) + Outlook (working knowledge) + MS Teams (internal communications) Work Site This is a fully on-site position in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Work Environment The core hours are 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (8-5 with an hour lunch) - 100% onsite. 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.