Description The Buyer will assist the GA Procurement Team in placing and managing orders for material required to deploy robotic fulfillment centers. This will include working with our global supply base to ensure orders are placed expedited tracked and invoiced correctly. Successful candidates will be highly organized self motivated detail oriented and have strong computer skills Excel Word Access Power Point. An understanding of data management and databases is also a plus. The candidate must be able to work in a highly demanding but collegial environment where teamwork is a must. + Purchasing materials and equipment from suppliers including electro-mechanical assemblies, electronic components, PCB assemblies, hardware, and non-inventory items. + Planning material requirements, managing inventory levels, managing schedules in our ERP system, and successfully communicating these requirements to our suppliers. + Identifying supply chain material risks and providing transparent monitoring of material flow. + Working collaboratively with Planning to communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies to the end users. + Developing efficient and accurate mechanisms for monitoring and updating open purchase orders, expedites, delivery requirements. + Assisting supplier performance and metrics management, including providing inputs to monthly scorecards and presenting procurement data during quarterly business reviews. + Assisting the Global Commodity Management team with maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring supplier performance, addressing supply issues, and developing new products and programs. + Resolving PO receiving errors and assisting with invoice reconciliation. + Managing supplier returns including non-conformance reports, return material authorizations, and processing MRB material. Additional Skills & Qualifications + 1+ years in a supply chain focused role + Bachelor's degree + Experience with ERP Systems, preferably Oracle EBS + Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools. + Effective business communication skills + Experience with Data Analytics (SQL/Python) Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 North Reading,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2025. 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.