Buyer

A well-established, growth-oriented manufacturing company is seeking a Buyer to support day-to-day procurement operations and supplier management. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials are available to support production schedules while maintaining cost, quality, and inventory objectives. Key Responsibilities Review MRP requirements daily and place timely purchase orders to support manufacturing schedules Manage the full purchase order lifecycle — from creation and review through receipt and final payment Develop and maintain strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships Maintain inventory levels aligned with company inventory strategies and Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO) targets Support receiving activities by ensuring all required supplier documentation is complete prior to delivery Lead and manage RFQ processes for assigned materials and suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to ensure cost-effective procurement across MRO, non-stock, and Kanban-based items Work cross-functionally with Quality to establish supplier specifications and quality standards Support material defect investigations and CAPA activities in collaboration with Quality and suppliers Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or delivery Assist leadership in identifying supply chain risks and developing contingency plans Monitor, analyze, and report on supplier performance metrics Partner with Warehouse and Accounting teams to resolve receiving and invoicing variances Leverage data and analytics to support procurement dashboards and KPI reporting Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years of related purchasing or supply chain experience OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and purchasing logic Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments preferred Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Ability to work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external suppliers Why This Opportunity Stable, well-capitalized manufacturing environment Opportunity to influence supplier performance, inventory strategy, and cost improvement initiatives High visibility role with cross-functional exposure Collaborative culture with opportunities for professional growth Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sharonville, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.57 - $35.57/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 Sharonville,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.