Project Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Project Buyer to support procurement activities across a variety of projects. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing materials and services, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective, high-quality purchasing decisions that align with project timelines and business goals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, negotiating with vendors, and driving value through smart purchasing strategies.

• Build and maintain strong, productive supplier relationships
• Solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery timelines
• Develop and implement cost-effective purchasing strategies in partnership with leadership
• Negotiate and prepare purchase orders and agreements
• Ensure suppliers meet contractual obligations, including delivery schedules and quality standards
• Create and maintain procurement logs for assigned projects
• Track orders from placement through delivery and provide status updates to project teams
• Analyze market trends, budgets, and purchasing patterns to increase margins and reduce risk
• Visit project sites to understand operational needs and identify process improvements
• Recommend and implement streamlined procurement processes

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a similar role
• Knowledge of construction processes, materials, and purchasing procedures
• Strong negotiation, planning, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Ability to provide a high level of customer service and cross-functional collaboration

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $32.69 - $43.26/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 hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 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® 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 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.