Job Title: Buyer Job Description We are seeking a motivated and experienced Buyer to manage a purchasing deck within Service Parts, specifically focusing on the Engine (EV/ICE) commodity. This position involves supplier negotiations, project management, and purchasing to achieve cost reductions and best prices. Responsibilities + Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best prices and cost reductions. + Manage projects heavily focused on market testing to find value. + Work with both new and existing suppliers in a fast-paced environment. + Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets. + Support the purchasing function and other departments by communicating supply problems. + Act as an interface between suppliers and departments for purchasing processes and new projects. + Monitor and advise on issues presenting risk or opportunity. + Analyze market trends, competitor strategies, and supplier performance. + Provide cost analysis on new and existing items and review cost reduction activities. + Negotiate contracts and improve prices and terms with suppliers. + Build and maintain supplier relationships and communication. + Research new components and suppliers. + Resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues with suppliers. + Address supplier shortages and past-due situations. + Update and maintain commodity strategies. + Work with cost estimating to develop cost estimates for savings negotiations. + Produce weekly reports and status updates on projects. + Conduct market tests and analyze responses for sourcing parts. + Review open vehicles off road (VOR) and backorders weekly to expedite parts delivery. Essential Skills + 2-5 years of recent purchasing and buying commodities experience in the automotive industry. + 2-5 years of program management and analytical background. + Proven negotiation skills with experience identifying and driving cost savings. + Experience with SAP. + Intermediate Excel knowledge (80% proficiency or higher). + Strong communication skills. + Completed Bachelor's degree in a business-related field. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Strong negotiation skills. + Familiarity with Ford systems/SAP. + Highly motivated and proactive. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI. 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 hybrid position in Dearborn,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 2026. 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.