Buyer

Job Title: Buyer

Job Description

The Buyer is a process-oriented individual responsible for ensuring material availability to support the production schedule. This role involves procuring materials at the optimal combination of cost, quality, and availability for both standard production assemblies and first-time automation system builds from the Engineered Solutions group. The ideal candidate must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Initiate purchase orders and manage revisions for parts and services based on demand generated through customer sales orders.
• Provide regular material status reports for multiple projects, highlighting changes in material, pricing, lead times, and other critical supply chain information to all stakeholders.
• Monitor, report, and update the status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of potential issues with material availability or delivery schedules.
• Coordinate material flows through product/bill of materials (BOM) changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development.
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including working with the Planner to recommend solutions, resources, and alternative supply options.
• Secure and analyze supplier quotations, negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and availability/schedule.
• Provide backup support for other supply chain functions, including shipping, receiving, and material handling.
• Seek out and set up new vendors prior to conducting business, including establishing terms and ensuring appropriate mutual non-disclosure agreements (MNDA’s) and company documentation is in place.
• Establish positive working relationships with our network of vendors.
• Establish and maintain an approved vendor list in collaboration with quality and engineering departments.
• Support the engineered solutions group in compiling costed BOMs of low – mid-level complexity to satisfy cost estimates for new business.
• Recognize and recommend process improvement opportunities.

Essential Skills

• 2-4 years of experience in a buying or supply chain role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field and/or relevant experience.
• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Prior experience using an ERP system’s purchasing functions; SAP experience is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite; advanced skills with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, written/verbal communication, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.
• Ability to move/transport material up to 30lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Strong negotiation skills.

Work Environment

The work environment is inclusive and professional, fostering a 'work hard, play hard' culture. It encourages collaboration and supports personal and professional growth.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sherwood, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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 Sherwood,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

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.

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 for other accommodation options.

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