Job Title: Buyer IJob Description

The Buyer I will assist the Buying Team in expanding the selection by setting up new vendors and items, maintaining the product catalog, and managing pricing. This role involves new product launch coordination, maintaining product cost, retail price, content and images, vendor relations, and assisting with special projects. Additionally, the role supports and trains as a backup to the Control Buyer.

ResponsibilitiesAssist in expanding selection by setting up new vendors and items.Maintain product catalog and manage pricing.Coordinate new product launches.Maintain product costs, retail prices, content, and images.Manage vendor relations.Assist with special projects.Support and train as a backup to the Control Buyer.Essential SkillsHighly organized and self-motivated.Detail oriented with strong computer skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.Understanding of data management and databases.Ability to work in a demanding, teamwork-driven environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or related field.1+ years of experience in a high volume, global procurement and operations manufacturing environment.Experience managing and executing procurement needs for new product introduction programs.Experience with ERP Systems, preferably Oracle EBS.Basic SQL knowledge.Work Environment

The role is on-site, requiring presence five times a week. The work environment is demanding yet collegial, fostering teamwork as a core value. There is potential for extension or conversion within the role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in North Reading,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 13, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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