Description: • Develop and implement purchasing strategies, procedures, and best practices. • Work with Managers, Schedulers and Project Managers to balance the flow of materials and supplies • Lead effective monthly supply reviews to support meeting customer demand • Lead the identification of risks and opportunities for complex proposals and Supply Chain matters • Coach and mentor team members responsible for the execution of day-to-day transactional procurement and supplier performance management for effectiveness. • Drive effective change management and communication activities for new and changing Supply Chain policies and procedures • Evaluate vendor performance to ensure lowest cost, highest quality, and timely deliveries • Build, maintain and report a monthly KPI and progress dashboard including reporting to executive leadership • Oversee inventory levels and accuracy via cycle-count activities • Conduct quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers • Negotiate and establish standard costs with suppliers • Foster a strong culture of Continuous Improvement philosophies: Managing performance, training and career development of 3-5 direct reports. • Manage risks associated with sole source suppliers and identifying potential second source suppliers • Accountable for ensuring that production can run as scheduled through effective and timely procurement and supplier performance, avoiding any service issues related to raw materials, packaging, and supplies. • Works with the plant to validate material usage and control to ensure consumption of materials includes any breakage, spoilage, or other factors influencing inventory. • Manage supplier risk relating to quality, cost, and delivery. • Manage supplier relations and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, etc. • Maintain purchasing records, and related documentation. • Attends & participates in financial meetings to understand spend category trouble areas. • Receives and analyzes quotes and bids for relative prices and consistency with specifications • Coach and train business and purchasing team on policies and best practices. Skills: Purchasing, Procurement, Supply chain, Erp, Buyer purchasing, Purchase order, Inventory Additional Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree preferred, Associate degree or industry certifications with commensurate experience in related field required. • Supervisory and management experience preferred. • Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills. • Proficient planning, problem solving and organizational skills. • Ability to work independently and within a team • Effective ERP and Microsoft excel skills. Functions from a strong set of core values Experience Level: Entry Level 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.