Job Title: Commodity Manager/Procurement Analyst Job Description The Commodity Manager/Procurement Analyst will be responsible for advanced sourcing, strategically negotiating Long Term Agreements with the supply base, timely processing of request for quotes (RFQ), purchase orders, and building and maintaining supplier relationships to negotiate the best pricing and delivery. The manager will oversee other buyers’ work product and ensure the efficient procurement of goods. Responsibilities + Hands on working manager handling accounts + Strategically negotiate Long Term Agreements with suppliers. + Timely processing of request for quotes (RFQ) and purchase orders. + Supplier and vendor performance management + Management of a team that has been 10 plus buyers within the department + Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to negotiate best pricing and delivery. + Oversee the work product of other buyers. + Engage in advanced sourcing and procurement activities. + Conduct analysis and forecasting for exceptionally long lead times compared to customer usage. + Manage physical inventory control. Essential Skills + Purchasing and management experience in the aerospace industry. + SAP procurement and management + Proficiency in PowerBI and Excel, including V-lookups and complex formulas. + Experience dealing with manufacturers and other suppliers. + Demonstrated skills in contract negotiations. + Minimum of 5 years of sr. procurement or purchasing experience. + Minimum of 5 years of aerospace fastener buying experience. + 3 years of proposal development experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelors or 5 years experience as a commodity manager within Aerospace + Experience with fasteners and distribution. + 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, Excel, inventory control, sourcing, negotiation, and supply chain. Work Environment and Employee Value Proposition Benefits Opportunity to work a 9/8/80 shift (every other Friday or Monday off). Onsite Monday to Friday, no work from home. Great work environment with frequent luncheons, raffles, and company outings, such as events at Dave & Buster's and offsite Christmas parties. Increase at conversion with successful completion of temporary status guaranteed, complete benefit package at conversion effective on the 1st day of the month, and potential for a 2025 annual bonus of $20,000 minimum based on individual and company performance metrics. 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.