Job TitlePurchasing Manager

Job Description

The Purchasing Specialist will oversee purchasing efforts with a focus on forecasting to maintain appropriate commodity pricing within industry standards. The role requires market knowledge to capitalize on trends in raw material costs and macro trends in the supplier and contract base. Responsibilities include implementing proactive plans to engage suppliers, vendor management, price negotiation, identification and source selection, as well as contract review. The specialist will develop and implement sourcing and negotiation strategies for key spend areas to achieve short- and long-term savings targets. Building and developing relationships with key suppliers and customers, managing vendor relationships, and assisting in building effective partnerships are also crucial aspects of this role. Additional duties include reviewing quotations, ordering materials and services, tracking purchasing activity and measurements, and maintaining organized purchasing records. The specialist will assist the department in developing and implementing purchasing strategies for products, and communicate timely updates on rapid fluctuations in material prices and other concerns impacting the shop, field, engineering orders, or supplies.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, related field or equivalent work experience

• Minimum of 2 years purchasing experience in a construction environment

• Experience in procurement of steel and fabrication type products

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Greenville, Wisconsin.

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.