Purchasing Expeditor

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Works in direction conjunction with the Buyers to monitor, control coordinate and expedite as necessary the delivery of materials ordered. The primary function is to ensure that delivery of material is consistent with the end users need and to report; on variances so that appropriate work around can be establish.

• Contacts vendors and obtains information regarding delivery, material availability, shipping conformation and mode of transportation

• Updates the on-line Purchase Order with appropriate will ship information

• Notifies the Buyer and Planner of any variances that would impact the schedule

• Reviews the daily Receiving Report and updates files accordingly

• Assists in resolving non-receivable material problems

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel

• Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data

Skills

Purchasing, Procurement, Purchase order, Supply chain, Buyer purchasing, ERP, Excel, Negotiation, Microsoft excel, Buying experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of purchasing or manufacturing experience
• Microsoft Office Suite
• High School Diploma

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Columbia, MD.

The pay range for this position is $21.63 - $26.44/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 Columbia,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.