Job Title: Buyer Job Description This role requires a very strong communicator who is comfortable with conflict, gathers data, and finds solutions. Strong business acumen, self-motivation, and experience in purchasing are crucial. The buyer will support the service parts for Engine and Powertrain components within the Customer Service Division. Responsibilities + Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets. + Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments, communicating any supply problems impacting business operations. + Act as an interface between suppliers and relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects. + Monitor and advise on issues presenting risks or opportunities to the organization. + Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers. + Provide analysis on costs, both new and existing, and review cost reduction activities. + Collaborate closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement. + Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers, and review opportunities for business savings. + Build, maintain, and manage supplier relationships, ensuring good communication. + Conduct research for new components and suppliers. + Compile data relating to supplier performance for evaluation purposes. + Resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues with suppliers. + Address supplier shortages and past-due situations. + Update and maintain commodity strategies. + Work with cost estimating to develop cost estimates for savings negotiations and to mitigate supplier uplift requests. + Produce weekly reports, charts, and status updates on open assignments and projects. + Perform market tests, analyze responses, and award sourcing of parts. + Review open vehicles off road (VOR) and backorders weekly, expediting parts delivery. Essential Skills + 4+ years of purchasing/buyer experience + Automotive purchasing experience + Strong motivation, self-starter, solution-oriented + Intermediate Excel skills (testing required), Power USER (80% and up, must pass VLOOKUP & Pivot Table) + SAP/ERP experience Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Powertrain, Engine, and ICE purchasing Work Environment The position is hybrid, with 3 days onsite (typically Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) but flexibility is required for team meetings or supplier visits. The work is performed in a recently renovated, open-concept building with no set desk assignments and a large cafeteria. The dress code is business casual (khakis/dress pants with a button-down shirt or blouse). Work hours are 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday, with current work-from-home days being Tuesday and Wednesday. The culture is family and team-oriented, with shared beliefs and ideals, promoting a culture of belonging for every employee. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $49.00/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 hybrid position in Dearborn,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 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.