Job Title: Buyer Assistant Job Description We are seeking a Buyer Assistant responsible for the maintenance of procurement records in accordance with corporate guidelines. This role involves discussing defective or unacceptable materials or service levels with users, suppliers, and others to determine root cause and corrective action. The Buyer Assistant will resolve payment issues, collaborate with internal customers to develop business requirements and improve processes, solicit quotes, support and execute supplier and commodity strategies to support plant procurement and manufacturing operations, and participate in technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams. Travel may be required to supplier facilities and plant manufacturing locations. Responsibilities + Maintain procurement records in accordance with corporate guidelines. + Discuss defective or unacceptable materials or service levels with users, suppliers, and others to determine root cause and corrective action. + Resolve payment issues. + Collaborate with internal customers to develop business requirements and improve processes. + Solicit quotes. + Support and execute supplier and commodity strategies to support plant procurement and manufacturing operations. + Participate in technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams. + Travel to supplier facilities and plant manufacturing locations as necessary. Essential Skills + Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures. + Knowledge of automotive prototype commodities and services. + Proficiency in MS Office, with advanced Excel skills preferred. + Strong communication skills, both oral and written. + Self-starter, highly organized, with attention to detail. + Ability to quickly analyze data and present conclusions. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree is a plus, with a preference for Procurement or Supply Chain Management. + Procurement experience is a plus; automotive industry experience preferred. + Financial analysis experience preferred. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Detroit,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.