Senior Buyer

BuyerJob DescriptionThe Buyer will manage appropriate inventory levels and work with vendors for the purchase of materials, supplies, and services. The job includes communicating with suppliers, managing logistics and inventories. This position will participate in cross-functional teams to meet sales demands.• Oversee supply chain and import logistics operations to maximize efficiency and minimize cost.• Collaborate with multiple teams planning and executing the development of new vendor operational procedures to enable the company to meet business objectives.• Manage, monitor, and communicate with vendors while overseeing their performance to ensure they meet company’s requirements.• Maintain monthly/weekly reports.• Review MRP, issuance of PO’s and acting on Advance/Postpone messages. Update and maintain Purchase Orders.• Maintain procurement records such as cost or receipts. Work with the compliance team with any purchase price or quantity discrepancies for accurate customs clearance.• Discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or QC personnel and vendors to determine the source of the problem and facilitate corrective action or return.• Identify imbalances between supply and demand and work to correct the imbalances of targeted inventory levels.Hard Skills• Purchasing• Buying• Supply Chain• Negotiation• ERP• Microsoft Dynamics• LogisticsAbout Aston CarterAston 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 & InclusionAt 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 peopleThe 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 for other accommodation options.