Purchasing Assistant

PURCHASING ASSISTANT - 6 Month Contract to HireDescription: Purchasing & Operationso Assist in procuring and tracking critical supplies and finished goods.o Work with vendors to confirm fulfillment of delivery schedules and maintain performance standards.o Support discount initiatives and negotiations to secure optimal pricing and terms to benefit our customer base. Update contract and discount matrices.o Oversee the processing of all manufacturing warranty claims and reimbursement to ensure timely and accurate claims processing. Data Management & Reportingo Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of Excel-based templates utilized for Sales and Purchasing functions.o Track and analyze key performance metrics to assist Sales Management in evaluating performance and identifying areas for improvement. Communication & Coordinationo Facilitate smooth communication between Vendors, Operations, Sales, and Design teams by disseminating essential sales and purchase order information to all relevant parties.o Participate in cross-departmental meetings to align purchasing strategies with sales targets and operational capacity. o Provide backup support for key personnel.Skills:

Purchasing

Supply chain

Procurement

Inventory

Excel

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

College degree would be ideal but not necessary

2-3 years of experience, college degree, proficient in excel

Open to other experience, ability to adapt, think on your feet, detail oriented, model numbers and part numbers

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.