Buyer

Buyer

Onsite Tewksbury MA

M F 8am 5pm

What will you do?

In this role you will have full responsibility for a subset of our supply base in terms of implementing purchase orders, presenting forecast changes, and working to resolve delivery challenges. You will also collaborate with the larger global Sourcing team to help identify and drive cost savings ideas and look for opportunities to increase our relationship with our strategic supply base. The ability to problem-solve, negotiate, and analyze supplier performance data will be essential.

The Site Buyer also plays a key role in sharing key delivery updates to the Production Schedulers and site Operations leadership team as we work to deliver to our customers during a time of outstanding growth

Finally, we would look for your support in navigating source changes from one supplier to another as well as supporting the procurement activities associated with new product launches.

How will you get here?

Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Business related field or equivalent work experience.

Min 2-3 years of experience in Purchasing / Supply Chain / Procurement / Sourcing

Experience in MRP / ERP systems required

Comfortable in MS Excel

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Experience in supplier change and new product development procurement activities

Experience in project management

Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

CPM, APICS, CPIM certification preferred

Global procurement experience

Experienced in working with contract manufacturers

Knowledge of FDA regulations and Lean manufacturing preferred

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.