Job Title: Buyer

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Job Description

Under direct leadership, the Indirect Buyer will be responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, equipment, and outside services the company needs to complete essential business functions. This role involves tracking and accelerating these materials and service requirements to support the production of vehicles and the timely completion of projects. The Indirect Buyer is responsible for sourcing and qualifying vendors, negotiating pricing, planning purchased material supply, and placing purchase orders to fulfill demand. The goal is to ensure constant availability of non-inventory goods and/or services within the company's budget while demonstrating that 'Everything is Important.'

ResponsibilitiesProcure goods and services for the company.Evaluate price, reliability, quality, technical support, and availability of goods and services.Ensure part master data within MRP is accurate.Work with current suppliers to follow up on and expedite open orders.Generate purchase requisitions and place Purchase Orders with suppliers to meet demand.Ensure on-time delivery of purchased material at or below planned costs.Negotiate pricing with vendors to reduce total cost.Manage suppliers for Cost, Quality, and Delivery.Identify constraints that may impact production schedules.Review purchase orders and shipping documents, coordinating with receiving and accounting to ensure accuracy of all details and purchase order closure.Work in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player, demonstrating the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals.Perform other duties as assigned.Essential SkillsProcurementSupply chainERPPurchasing experienceMS ExcelAdditional Skills & QualificationsAssociated degree preferred3 years of purchasing experienceERP or SAP experienceExperience in aerospace, automotive, or startup environments preferredWork Environment

This position is on-site in Carson.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carson,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 10, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

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.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

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:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

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.

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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 for other accommodation options.

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