Administrative Assistant

Job Title:

Sales & Procurement Representative (Sales Support Specialist) Job Description This administrative assistant supports customer relationships, supplier development, and light purchasing activities within the automotive manufacturing industry. You work closely with Tier 1 customers, internal teams, and outsourcing partners to manage pricing, quoting, and new program launches while ensuring accurate cost analysis and timely order management. Responsibilities Maintain and strengthen relationships with multiple Tier 1 customers and outsourcing suppliers to support ongoing and new business. Support new business development activities, including preparing quotes, updating pricing, and coordinating prototype requests. Collaborate closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production Control teams to coordinate new project start-ups and ensure smooth launches. Analyze design, material, and process changes to determine their impact on cost and profitability. Manage approximately five purchase orders per week for outsourced products, ensuring accuracy and on-time processing. Assist with supplier negotiations, including pricing, terms, and issue resolution to support cost and quality objectives. Prepare and maintain reports using Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and charts to support decision-making and tracking. Work within an ERP system (IQMS) to support purchasing, order management, and reporting activities. Balance multiple priorities in a small team environment while maintaining strong communication with internal and external stakeholders. Support sales, purchasing, sourcing, and program management activities as needed to meet customer and business requirements. Essential Skills Experience working for a manufacturing company in a sales, procurement, customer service, or closely related role. Balanced background in sales, purchasing, sourcing, customer service or program management within a manufacturing environment. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, and charts. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a small team environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in roles such as parts clerk, inventory coordinator, or inventory clerk is welcome and considered relevant. Experience in sales support, sales management, purchasing, or supplier development within an automotive or similar manufacturing setting. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when handling quotes, pricing updates, and purchase orders. Work Environment This is a full-time, onsite role in an automotive manufacturing setting, working Monday through Friday with standard hours of either 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Tell City, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55000.00

• $62000.00/yr. This company offers the below incentives to their employees after 30 days of employment:
• 3 weeks PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401k with 4% company match
• Benefits 80/20 plan.

Does include an onsite Wellness center and HSA. Typical $18-30/month for single person, family $44-120/month depending on options. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tell City,IN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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.