ACTIVELY HIRING A JUNIOR BUYER!Job Description

Responsible for the timely planning, sourcing, PO generation, scheduling of receipt and follow-through of purchased inventory and requisitioned items. Reviewing, creation, and maintenance of Jobs for both internal and sub-contracted parts, in support of the company’s needs. These products are to be secured at a cost, quality, and delivery standard consistent with the company's performance objectives.

A Junior Buyer will have basic knowledge of Purchasing skills and will continue to increase their skills to obtain growth and advance to the next level in Purchasing.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Initiates purchase orders and amendments for inventory, MRO, and requisitioned items.

• Reviews all related documentation for accuracy and conformance to company policy (signature approvals, part numbers, quantity, return/cancellation policy, QA policy, etc.).

• Reviews MRP for demand of inventory items and issues PO accordingly.

• Continually seeks new sources, processes, techniques, and vendors.

• Secures and analyzes quotations; negotiates prices and terms with suppliers; selects suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery competitiveness within the scope of authority.

• Interviews and confers with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, transportation logistics, inventory control, and management, negotiates prices and delivery terms.

• Maintains regular supplier communication and follow-up meetings, both in-house and at supplier locations.

• Visits supplier facilities to qualify new sources and assist in the resolution of production, design, quality, and/or delivery issues for existing suppliers.

• Ensures PO confirmation is received and reviewed for content and accuracy to meet the needs of the company.

• Generates funds requests as required by the terms of the PO (check, wire transfer, deposit, etc.).

• Manages delivery of product to meet the company’s needs (expedite/de-expedite).

• Updates internal customers with status and receipt of product via e-mail, Missing Parts List, etc.

• Maintains all related documents and information electronically in Epicor both by way of attaching documents and completing memos on: PO, Quotes, Supplier communication, Jobs, etc. (confirmations, tracking information, supplier communication, etc.).

• Reviews MRP for Job requirements and issues Jobs accordingly; both internal and sub-contracted work.

• Maintains all documentation in support of Job materials being sent to, stored at, sub-contractor locations (packing lists, receipt of material, bin location transfers, etc.).

Hard Skills

• ERP experience

• Manufacturing buying

• Negotiation

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Stony Point, New York.

Work Environment

Monday - Friday 7 AM - 3:30 PM (firm schedule). Supply chain office within the manufacturing floor. Team of 5 people in the supply chain.

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.