Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to support purchasing, logistics, and vendor communication. This is a highly visible, on-site role where you’ll play a critical part in ensuring materials and orders are tracked, updated, and delivered on time.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working cross-functionally, and wants to build a long-term career in supply chain, procurement, or operations.

• Gain hands-on experience across purchasing, logistics, and vendor management
• Opportunity to work closely with buyers, sales teams, and suppliers
• Clear path for growth into procurement, planning, or supply chain roles
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your work directly impacts operations

• Manage and expedite purchase orders through email and phone communication
• Partner with suppliers to track order status, confirm timelines, and resolve delays
• Monitor and update open purchase order (PO) reports, ensuring accurate ship dates and acknowledgements
• Communicate updates and changes to internal teams including buyers and sales
• Review and manage backlogged orders, identifying risks and escalating as needed
• Support purchase order processing and acknowledgment workflows
• Assist with pricing updates and system data maintenance
• Provide general purchasing and requisition support to the team

• 1+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, procurement, or administrative support
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to problem-solve and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and accountability

• Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate skills)
• Experience with procurement systems or ERP tools is a plus
• Data entry and reporting experience

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Appleton, WI.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

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.

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.