Purchasing Specialist

Job Title:
Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

As a Purchasing Specialist, you will manage mass production part ordering and delivery through effective planning, communication, and supplier interface. You will apply technical and problem-solving skills to support operations and achieve departmental targets. Your responsibilities will include material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, supplier process management, and implementing countermeasures.

Responsibilities

• Manage production part ordering and supplier deliveries to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Identify, research, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet defined standards of price, quality, and reliability.
• Maintain process-related systems for assigned suppliers and parts, ensuring accurate data in the ERP system.
• Establish and maintain communication networks with the supply base to foster positive relationships focused on delivery performance.
• Escalate supplier critical issues to ensure timely resource allocation.
• Develop internal and external communication networks for operational success and departmental awareness.
• Collaborate with departments and project leaders to support Mass Production department projects and meet KPI targets.
• Manage New Model and Mass Production design change activities to minimize production impact and costs.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures to solve problems.
• Strive for continuous improvement through the PDCA cycle in areas of responsibility.
• Support company vision and business plan activities through core job function initiatives.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent related experience.
• 0-4 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of inventory management and manufacturing workflow.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ERP and MRP systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited direction.
• Capability to troubleshoot complex problems in a team-based environment.
• Consistently identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Collect and analyze data to solve a range of business problems.
• Effectively lead project themes and secure buy-in from teams.

This role operates in a cubicle office environment with standard business hours, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work is primarily performed using office productivity tools such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, along with ERP and MRP systems to manage materials, inventory, and supplier information. The environment supports collaboration with cross functional teams and regular communication with suppliers, with a focus on structured processes, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marysville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 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)

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Marysville,OH.

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 Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal…