Supply Chain Associate

Job Title: Supply Chain Associate Job Description
The Supply Chain Associate supports purchasing and supply management activities by converting purchase requisitions into purchase orders, coordinating the RFQ process, and maintaining accurate data in the ERP system. This role helps ensure competitive pricing, reliable supplier performance, and timely delivery of purchased parts, while also resolving receiving issues and supporting other supply chain tasks as needed.
Responsibilities

• Convert purchase requisitions into accurate and timely purchase orders.
• Support purchase order placement for fastener and outsourced processing orders.
• Manage the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process to obtain competitive bids from suppliers.
• Evaluate RFQ responses to help ensure the organization achieves the best price for goods and services.
• Provide up-to-date status on purchase orders, including expected delivery dates and any changes.
• Maintain and update purchase order data within the ERP system to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Monitor and help maintain supplier on-time delivery performance for purchased parts.
• Maintain and update master data inputs related to suppliers, items, and purchasing within the ERP system.
• Identify and resolve receiving holds on purchased items in coordination with internal teams and suppliers.
• Perform other duties related to the supply chain function as requested and relevant to the role.

Essential Skills

• Experience with supply chain processes such as purchasing, RFQ management, and supplier coordination.
• Proficiency with ERP systems for creating, updating, and maintaining purchase orders and master data.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including the ability to use Excel for tracking and analysis.
• Bachelor's degree from a supply chain program or closely related field.
• Internship experience in supply chain, purchasing, or a related discipline.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail for maintaining accurate purchase order and master data.
• Ability to communicate clearly with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding order status and issues.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple purchase orders, RFQs, and supplier follow-ups simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset to compare bids and support cost-effective purchasing decisions.

Work Environment
The Supply Chain Associate works in an office environment using an ERP system and Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, to manage purchase orders, RFQs, and supplier data. The role involves regular computer-based work, coordination with internal teams, and communication with suppliers regarding order status, delivery performance, and receiving issues. Working hours typically follow standard business operations, with occasional flexibility needed to respond to time-sensitive supply chain activities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Long Beach, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Long Beach,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

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® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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