Description:

-Purchase MRO/equipment/spare parts items/service and expedited material as needed at the best price from reliable sources, consistent with established standards for items, quality, quantities -Manage outsourcing supplier -Support global-based efforts to drive effective procurement of MRO categories. -Update and maintain information to include material description, HTSUS code, duty ratio, origins, manufacturer, agent, and supplier- company/certification/ factory address, material picture, unit price, PO quantity/ amount, packing method, basic quantity per packing unit (pallet, bag, etc.) and basic quantity per delivery method (truck, 20ft container, etc.) -Resolve potential discrepancies with invoicing or materials to ensure requests and bills are processed accurately and in a timely manner -Communicate with customs, freight brokers and vendors to ensure shipment of purchased material -Maintain material master and purchasing data (i.e. part#, part SPEC, mode of transport, Incoterms 2010, lead times, payment terms, and pricing) and recommended -supplier on each item. -Work closely with internal customers to avoid any adverse impact such as supplier delivery delays or receiving errors. -Maintain processes, manuals, and work sheets; prepare and participate in audits/certifications -Fluent in SAP MM Module -Perform other duties and tasks as may be assigned or expected -Demonstrated ability to report to work on a regular and consistent basis; work safely; and follow company policies and procedures -Understand business requirements to support organizational goals -Prepare reports on key procurement/deliveries/results on a weekly basis -Assign and direct work according to procurement/logistics plan -Responsible for achieving, monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) -Confer with other managers or global staff to coordinate activities in related departments -Collect and voice opinions when the revision and/or establishment of new work procedures are needed -Perform other job-related duties as assigned and report to team manager or purchasing manager -Stay up to date on industry trends and supply base

Skills:

Purchasing, Procurement, Supply chain, Buyer purchasing, Planner, Sap, Mrp, Purchasing experience, mro buyer, Erp system, Logistics

Top Skills Details:

Purchasing,Procurement,Supply chain,Buyer purchasing,Planner

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

-2+ years of Purchasing experience -Bachelor’s Degree -Experience in Purchasing in a manufacturing environment -Strong communications, interpersonal, leadership and computer skills -Strong analytical, problem solving, and organization skills -Effective self-starter with multi-tasking experience -Ability to guide and influence at all levels -Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) -Experience in automotive/chemical manufacturing industry -Experience in developing and purchasing automotive parts and managing procurement as a buyer or SQE (Supplier Quality Engineer)

Experience Level:

Expert Level

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.