Buyer / Supply Chain / Procurement / Inventory

Buyer

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join our Purchasing team. In this role, you will support a specialized manufacturing and engineering organization serving advanced industries such as aerospace, medical devices, and other highly regulated markets. You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing materials, components, equipment, and services that directly support production and operational goals.

The ideal candidate is resourceful, analytical, and relationship-driven, with experience in a manufacturing environment and a proven ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery requirements.

Source and procure materials, components, equipment, and services in accordance with company policies, specifications, and quality standards.

Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and supplier agreements to achieve the best overall value and support cost-saving initiatives.

Create, issue, and manage purchase orders while maintaining accurate records within the ERP/purchasing system.

Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery, and responsiveness, and take corrective action when necessary.

Partner with Engineering, Production, Quality, and other internal teams to support material requirements and production schedules.

Track, analyze, and report key purchasing metrics, including supplier performance, inventory levels, and cost savings.

Identify, evaluate, and help qualify new suppliers to support business growth, capacity requirements, and cost objectives.

Support inventory management initiatives by maintaining appropriate stock levels and minimizing shortages or excess inventory.

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements, including ISO 9001 frameworks.

Perform additional purchasing and sourcing activities as needed to support business operations.

Minimum of 2 years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience in a manufacturing or similarly complex environment.

Experience working with ERP systems or other advanced purchasing platforms.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to purchasing decisions.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.

CPM, CPSM, or similar purchasing certification.

Experience working with international suppliers and import/export processes.

Technical understanding of raw materials, electronic components, or industrial supplies.

Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.

Experience supporting aerospace, medical device, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spring Lake Park, MN 55432.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; 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; 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. Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 click.appcast.io 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.