Description

As Projects buyer, the candidate will achieve procurement targets with reference to the assigned site specific procurement needs (Direct and indirect) / categories (i.e. goods or services with high differentiation across different markets)

Ensure the formalizing of local procurement agreements/contracts in compliance with procurement delegated powers. Review and revise contract terms and conditions for any conflicts with suppliers (eg. Payment terms, Variation, escalation, claims) in collaboration with global commodity procurement teams, if needed.

• Maintain Purchase order data in SAP system by updating Price, delivery and invoice information.

• Expedite material on-order to meet plant production needs.

• Coordinate with logistics department to schedule inbound and outbound movements

• Support the issue of local Procurement Annual Operating Plan for projects/Bid

• Ensure the implementation of RFI/ RFP / RFQ process & projections to support bid preparations for relevant local procurement.

• Ensure Procurement Risk Monitoring & Control for the assigned local procurement activities

• Ensure Supplier scouting to monitor and establish potential new Suppliers options, by providing price lists/ catalogues and Capability benchmarking

• Ensure the monitoring and reporting of economic and financial figures (budgeted v/s actual savings ) for each assigned local commodity/category

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3-5 years of procurement experience in manufacturing industry.

• Excellent communications skills, including the ability to provide data in a concise and appropriate detail

• IT Tools (Ms Office including advanced level excel skills, SAP, E-Auctions, etc.)

• Strong cost & Commercial Acumen

• Contract agreements and negotiation

• Procurement Planning Methods

• Knowledge of Statutory Policies and Organizational Processes

• Travel required : None

• Relevant experience in Transit railway industry

• University Degree (Engineering, Economics, Law) or Equivalent Technical Experience

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $35.00/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 Hagerstown,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2025.

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 for other accommodation options.