Job Title: Buyer – Manufacturing Procurement A growing manufacturing company is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to lead procurement operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials and services essential to the company’s manufacturing processes. This role requires strong organizational skills, supplier relationship management, and a commitment to cost-effective purchasing strategies. Key Responsibilities: + Evaluate and collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and delivery standards are consistently met. + Issue and manage purchase orders, confirmations, delivery schedules, and vendor performance. + Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and key procurement data. + Work closely with engineering, production, and accounting teams to forecast demand and ensure timely procurement. + Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with warehouse staff to prevent shortages or overstock. + Conduct cycle counts and support inventory accuracy. + Resolve issues related to delivery delays, quality concerns, or pricing discrepancies. + Assist in developing and refining purchasing policies and procedures. + Stay informed on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and new product developments. Required Skills: + Procurement & supply chain management + Purchasing and inventory control + Vendor negotiation and relationship management + Production planning and forecasting + Data entry and logistics coordination Qualifications: + 5+ years of experience in purchasing or supply chain roles + Background in a manufacturing environment (preferably small to mid-sized industrial settings) + Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs); no ERP system in place, so manual tracking is essential + Experience managing 100+ purchase orders and SKUs + Strong vendor management and relationship-building skills + Ability to forecast production needs 6+ months in advance Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/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 El Monte,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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. 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.