Job Title: BuyerJob Description As a Buyer, you will be responsible for reviewing, coordinating, and prioritizing procurement activities for company and program purchase orders and requisitions. You will troubleshoot non-conforming suppliers on product, service, price, schedule, and/or quality issues, and coordinate new supplier qualifications to customer drawing and specification requirements. Additionally, you will provide make/buy data and determine the procurement approach such as direct purchase or bid. Responsibilities + Review, coordinate, and prioritize procurement activities for company and program purchase orders and requisitions for parts, raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and other goods. + Troubleshoot non-conforming suppliers on product, service, price, schedule, and/or quality issues. + Coordinate new supplier qualifications to customer drawing and specification requirements. + Coordinate and provide make/buy data and determine procurement approach such as direct purchase or bid. + Prepare, review, and approve purchase orders; provide supplier status on purchase orders as required. + Maintain orderly reports including electronic filing systems. + Review, troubleshoot, and design/modify manual and computerized procurement systems for items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality, or performance; maintain inventory reports including design and reporting of internal performance metrics to management as required. + Approve invoices for payment; expedite delivery of goods when necessary. + Occasionally perform special projects. Essential Skills + 2 to 4 years of experience in procurement or related support position or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. + Experience in a manufacturing environment. + Excellent knowledge of procurement processes and customer/supplier interfacing principles. + Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Syteline ERP is a plus. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Ability to communicate proactive solutions across functional areas and various levels of management. + Strong verbal and written communication skills. + Strong customer service skills. + Proactive communicator who can clearly articulate results and needs across all levels. + Ability to establish and communicate clear priorities and to influence others to support and act on those priorities. + Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Work Environment This is an onsite position with a working shift typically from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $43.00/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 Bellevue,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.