Job Title: Senior Buyer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Buyer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for obtaining the best value through purchasing, managing supplier relationships, and supporting new product development. This role involves daily purchasing for production needs, overseeing purchases, and using MRP-ERP systems to perform duties. The successful candidate will ensure all procured items meet required quality standards and necessary specifications.

Responsibilities

• Obtain best value through purchasing.
• Manage supplier relationships with the goal of positive relationships and favorable purchasing agreements.
• Material operations buying for service, facilities, and capital purchases.
• Support new product development team in finding alternative and requested materials to support new product launches.
• Understand technical specifications to ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and necessary specifications.
• Perform daily purchasing for production needs and oversee purchases.
• Use MRP-ERP system to perform duties.
• Manage supplier documentation in quality system.
• Seek suppliers, get quotes, place orders, and track orders.
• Communicate effectively and professionally via phone and written correspondence.

Essential Skills

• 2-10 years of experience in purchasing or directly related work.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team player who can work with internal and external partners.
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Experience with MRP-ERP business systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in purchasing desired.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with purchasing raw materials is helpful.
• Market knowledge of aluminum & copper materials and services to support manufacturing preferred.

Work Environment

This is an onsite position working in an office environment within a cubicle with the purchasing team. The hours are 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Benefits include potential for monthly bonuses, HSA Health Insurance, PTO (2 days in the first year and then 12 days the second year, with rollover), 40 hours of sick leave (does not roll over), and a 401K plan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

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 Olive Branch,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2025.

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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.