Buyer Planner

Job Description

Job Description

Buyer Planner

Location: Stony Point, NY

We're looking for a proactive and analytical Buyer Planner to join our supply chain team in a manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll play a critical part in ensuring materials are available to support production, maintaining optimal inventory levels, and building strong supplier partnerships. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing purchasing, planning, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Plan and procure materials, components, and supplies to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Generate and manage purchase orders through the ERP/MRP system.
• Monitor inventory levels, supplier lead times, and material availability to prevent shortages and production disruptions.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Operations, and Customer Service teams to support manufacturing goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, delivery schedules, and issue resolution.
• Analyze inventory trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Support cycle counts, inventory accuracy initiatives, and continuous improvement projects.

• 3+ years of purchasing, planning, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and purchase order management.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, material planning, and supplier management.
• Proven negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills preferred.

• Comfortable working closely with production and operations teams.
• Able to anticipate supply challenges and develop proactive solutions.
• Relationship-focused with strong vendor and internal stakeholder communication skills.
• Motivated by process improvement, cost reduction, and operational excellence.

• Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
• Office located within a manufacturing facility, working closely with production teams.
• Collaborative supply chain team with opportunities for professional growth.
• Supportive culture that values teamwork, employee engagement, and long-term success.

Ideal backgrounds: Buyer, Production Planner, Material Planner, Supply Chain Analyst, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Agent, Inventory Planner, or Demand Planner within a manufacturing environment.

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

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.46/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Stony Point,NY.

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.