Job Title: Project Buyer Job Description As a Project Buyer, you will play a crucial role in purchasing across multiple lines, with the flexibility to focus on your preferred line. Your main responsibilities will involve working with spreadsheets, managing relationships with current vendors, and supporting various business lines, including sports stadiums and data centers. You will lead weekly procurement calls and engage in negotiations, comprising about 5 to 10% of your role. Responsibilities + Manage purchasing activities across multiple lines with a focus on preferred industries. + Utilize spreadsheets to track and manage procurement data. + Maintain and confirm relationships with current vendors. + Lead weekly procurement calls and facilitate effective communication. + Conduct negotiations with vendors and external partners. + Support different business lines, such as sports stadiums and data centers. Essential Skills + Experience in procurement with project management or account manager + Strong oral and written communication skills. + Minimum of 2 years of procurement experience. + Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably Oracle. + Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and V-lookups. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to have hard conversations with vendors and external partners. + Capability to learn and manage every line of products. Work Environment You will work 60% in the office on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and a flexible float day. The team consists of 17 people, with 4 focused on buying and 130 in the supply chain. The office is modern and offers hotel desks for those in 4 days a week or more. Amenities include a gym, lunch, and free coffee. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/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 Minneapolis,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.