Job Description:

　　The Purchaser will negotiate with vendors for the purchase of all materials, supplies, and services. The job includes communicating with suppliers, managing logistics and inventories. This position will participate in cross-functional teams to meet production and sales demands.

　　Negotiate with vendors for goods and services, negotiating the best possible price and service guarantee.

　　Establish Purchasing Policies and ensure compliance.

　　Develop new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.

　　Process and solicit quotes.

　　Work with vendors to expedite or defer orders.

　　Monitor costs and variances for purchased items.

　　Work closely with Receiving Department to ensure proper supplies arrived.

　　Monitor MRP system messages and trouble shoot MRP system issues.

　　Review forecasts and monitor inventory levels.

　　Work with product design team to establish order policies for new products.

　　Act as a liaison to resolve quality issues with vendors.

　　Trace delinquent arrivals from Purchase Orders.

　　Follow environmental and safety regulations and act in compliance with US laws.

　　Skills & Qualifications:

　　A Minimum 3-5 years Purchasing experience, previous experience negotiating prices with vendors, working knowledge of an MRP/ERP system, and proficient with Excel.

　　Experience purchasing within manufacturing highly preferred

　　Apics certification a plus

　　Company uses Microsoft 365 MRP system, experience with that would be a huge plus (Dynamics AX or Sage are similar)

　　For more information contact Morgan at (503) 403-4313 or mbullock @astoncarter.com

　　About Aston Carter:

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　　At Aston Carter, we’re dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions – from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.

　　Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients’ capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today’s workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.com. Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.

　　The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards 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 call 888-237-6835 or email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact the Recruiter located at the bottom of the job posting. The Recruiter is the sole point of contact for questions about this position.