Job Title: Buyer
Job Description

Obtains the best quality, service, and value for products and services through effective bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. Identifies manufacturing needs, selects suppliers, initiates purchase orders, and arranges for delivery. Provides parts, equipment, services, and materials of limited scope and complexity.

ResponsibilitiesIdentify and recommend suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability.Conduct supplier site visits and evaluate them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. May complete supplier certification as part of a technical and/or quality team.Purchase parts, equipment, and materials by preparing requests for quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers. Issue purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers. Maintain accurate lead times for assigned commodities.Evaluate bids for standard and non-standard items. Select suppliers for lower cost items or items of limited scope and complexity and negotiate price, delivery, quality, and service. Develop alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers.Monitor and evaluate supplier performance. Advise appropriate personnel of impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery. Resolve shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitate the resolution of issues by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel.Negotiate and settle damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations, and engineering changes with suppliers.Provide parts, equipment, and materials information by answering questions and requests. Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.Participate in continuous improvement activities and provide suggestions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing trade publications, establishing networks, and participating in professional associations.Comply with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensure adherence to requirements and advise management on needed actions. Comply with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures.Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g., continuous improvement).Essential SkillsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge of key purchasing and negotiating methods, principles, and concepts.General knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.Basic understanding of continuous improvement techniques and methods.Ability to use standard business application software and specialized purchasing and/or materials systems (e.g., EDI or MRP systems).Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.Ability to research and analyze data and develop recommendations or resolve problems.Ability to work with general work direction and determine priority and order of assignments.Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial reports.Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain the best price and terms.Effective team member competencies and participation in goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.Additional Skills & QualificationsCertificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) preferred.Experience in purchasing, procurement, negotiation, Microsoft Excel, and supply chain.Skills in negotiation, strategic sourcing, multi-tasking, and organization.Work Environment

This position is on-site and will require the individual to work alongside two buyers and a Procurement Specialist. You will have your own workspace and report into the Supply Chain Manager.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr.

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Haverhill,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 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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