Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer

Location: Knoxville, TN,

Partnered with Aston Carter

Our client is seeking a Buyer with 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, inventory, or materials planning. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to play a key role in purchasing, inventory management, and supply chain operations.

This role goes beyond basic purchase order processing. The Buyer will work within an ERP system to manage purchasing activities, maintain inventory accuracy, support process improvements, and collaborate closely with production, supply chain, and inventory teams. Experience in a manufacturing or related industrial environment is strongly preferred.

• Create, process, and manage purchase orders within an ERP system, ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
• Track purchase orders from issuance through delivery, proactively resolving supplier discrepancies, delays, or shortages.
• Maintain accurate SKU, part number, pricing, and inventory data within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with supply chain, inventory, and production teams to align purchasing activities with demand forecasts and production schedules.
• Support inventory control initiatives to optimize stock levels and minimize shortages or excess inventory.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, and delivery schedules to ensure continuity of supply.
• Assist with ERP system enhancements, data validation, and process improvements, including support during ERP transitions or implementations.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze purchasing trends, manage data, and generate reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and inventory management processes.
• Support domestic and international purchasing activities as needed.

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, inventory management, or materials planning.
• Experience working within an ERP system for purchasing, inventory management, and purchase order processing.
• Understanding of purchasing practices, inventory control, and supplier management.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate across multiple departments.

• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or related environment.
• Associate's degree or higher preferred.
• Experience with NetSuite, SAP, or similar ERP platforms.
• Exposure to ERP implementations, migrations, or system transitions.
• Experience managing a high volume of SKUs or part numbers.
• Exposure to international purchasing and supplier management.

This position operates within a manufacturing-focused environment and requires significant interaction with ERP systems and purchasing data. The role is highly collaborative, working closely with supply chain, inventory, and production teams to ensure materials are available to support business needs. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $26.45 - $31.25/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 Knoxville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.

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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.