Job Title: Buyer Planner Job Description We are seeking a Buyer Planner to manage purchase orders within a commercial supply chain. This role involves inventory management and creating purchase orders for direct materials. The day-to-day focus will be on commercial business operations. Responsibilities + Manage purchase orders for the commercial supply chain. + Oversee inventory management, including sending materials to production and ensuring quantities match system records. + Create purchase orders for direct materials as instructed by the Sr Planner. + Update order quantities as needed. + Generate high-volume Excel data reports and ensure attention to detail. Essential Skills + Experience in inventory management. + Proficiency in purchasing and procurement processes. + Knowledge of supply chain operations. + Ability to manage purchase orders and inventory control. + Proficiency in ERP and SAP systems. + Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP. + Attention to detail. + Understanding of GXP and GMP regulations. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred, but life sciences or medical devices experience is acceptable. Work Environment The position requires five days onsite for the first three months of training, with the potential for one remote day afterward. The role involves working with ERP and SAP systems and handling high-volume Excel data report Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/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 Alameda,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 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.