Job Title: Buyer's Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Buyer's Assistant to support our procurement processes. The role involves assisting with order processing, inventory adjustments, and procurement of supplies and services essential for timely production execution in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

Process timely and appropriate purchases using the requisition system and SAP system, maintaining records for quality, pricing, and materials availability.Buy raw materials and manage indirect expenses such as facility machinery, lab reference standards, and R&D supply. Negotiate terms and prices that meet quality standards.Ensure timely arrival of purchased materials and services, fulfilling purchases in accordance with standards of quality, quantities, specifications, and pricing.Function as a liaison to ensure correct invoicing of all purchases and assist with resolving invoice discrepancies.Manage vendor RMAs due to incorrect supply or quality issues.Maintain relationships and communications with internal customers.Perform other duties as assigned by the manager.

Essential Skills

Experience with purchasing and administrative support.Familiarity with SAP ERP and supply chain processes.A minimum of 2 years supporting a purchasing department or individual is highly preferred.Strong administrative skills and a experience in purchasing.Experience with purchase orders, ERP systems, SAP, and buyer purchasing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

ERP / Purchasing Systems experience, preferably SAP.Strong literacy and numerical skills.Ability to communicate effectively and proactively with suppliers, internal customers, and management.Strong interpersonal skills.Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.

Work Environment

This position is onsite and will support a buyer, reporting to a Director of Purchasing/Supply Chain. The role offers the opportunity to learn about contract manufacturing purchasing and assist with purchasing in a GMP environment. The initial contract has the potential to transition into a longer-term opportunity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Largo, Florida.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Largo,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.

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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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