Buyer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer
Job Description

Oversee the upstream supply chain to deliver excellent customer service and operational excellence by managing effective material and information flow from suppliers to the point of use. This role requires full ownership for exceptional supplier on-time delivery, while maximizing process efficiencies and reducing inventory levels.

Responsibilities

• Parameterize raw material and purchase part SKU, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Manage supplier master data within the ERP system and handle escalations regarding supplier agreements.
• Utilize inventory tools and techniques to ensure optimal inventory availability, including right-sizing for raw materials and purchased goods in transit.
• Measure and report supply base performance for on-time delivery, lead time, and order quantity.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with suppliers to achieve supply chain requirements.
• Act as the first level of escalation for shortages and expedite resolution while implementing performance improvement projects with suppliers.
• Manage product portfolio, lifecycle, and NPI process with suppliers to minimize supply disruptions and obsolete inventory.
• Develop the supply base using lean methodology to ensure processes and systems meet operational excellence standards.
• Support center-led sourcing team with supplier development activities.

• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, and supplier management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Skills in process improvement and lean methodology.
• Experience with NPI (new product introductions) and negotiation skills.
• Capability in managing 20-50 purchase orders per week.

• 2-3 years of experience in supply chain or procurement.
• Preferred experience in the manufacturing supply chain.
• Some type of ERP experience.

The role is based onsite at the Rochester plant with a hybrid setup (3 days in-office, 2 remote with alternating days). It offers flexible start times (6 AM - 8:30 AM) but requires flexibility for international supplier interactions, comprising 75% international work. The role operates under the supervision of the Supply Chain Manager, who oversees a team of buyers and production planners. Buyers specialize by commodity/SKUs, managing specific suppliers and components across three product lines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.50/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 Rochester,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.

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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.