Stith - Buyer/Purchasing 2

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Buyer/Purchasing Specialist Job Description

The primary role of a Buyer/Purchasing Specialist is to acquire machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services essential for the efficient operation of an establishment. This position involves the purchase of goods and services for organizational use, ensuring optimal value and quality.

Responsibilities

• Review and optimize suppliers based on factors such as price, quality, selection, service, support, and availability.
• Approve purchases of high-quality merchandise at the best possible price and in the correct amounts.
• Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
• Provide guidance to staff on resolving issues related to undelivered goods.
• Instruct staff on negotiation, renegotiation, and contract administration with suppliers and vendors.
• Collaborate with staff, users, and vendors to address defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective actions.
• Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance and determine the need for changes.

Essential Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals, and other technical data.
• Proficiency in documenting and recording customer/client information accurately.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
• Understanding of supply chain management.
• Experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related business field is required.
• 2-4 years of finance-related experience in procurement, material planning, and program management.
• Proficiency in MS Office is required.
• Experience with Power BI is desirable.
• Strong stakeholder presentation skills are required.
• Open to candidates with a 2-year degree and 4 years of experience or a high school diploma with 6 years of experience.
• Internships are considered as job experience.
• Comparable roles include Category Buyer and Supply Chain Engineer.

Work Environment

This position is office-based and does not require personal protective equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of East Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in East Peoria,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 13, 2026.

About Aston Carter

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 us.fitly.work 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.