Job Title: Purchasing AgentJob DescriptionThis position will support the purchasing team with the acquisition of specific commodities. You will work closely with vendors in negotiating prices, supply contracts, and agreements both nationally and internationally. Additionally, you will compile and analyze statistical data to determine the feasibility and timing of purchasing products and to establish price objectives. This position is focused on all production and operational purchasing activities.Responsibilities
Build and manage relationships with key suppliers, building effective partnerships and ensuring performance to contracts.
Lead in identifying and developing new suppliers in support of expanding business needs ensuring positive terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.
Ensure vendors meet TS16949 and MIOSHA safety standards.
Support strong teamwork within Operations through continuous communication, timely ordering, and regular follow-up with suppliers to ensure purchased materials and parts arrive in time to meet production commitments.
Prepare purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policy and negotiated terms and conditions.
Evaluate supplier performance, including follow-up on or escalation of any supplier performance issues to the Director of Operations.
Track supplier development, rejections, scorecards, 8D, and update supplier base data with documents such as SQM, T&C, NDA, IATF Certification, ISO Certification.
Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation, and material lead times.
Assist in determining demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within the MRP system.
Ensure Bill of Materials, parts, and master data are maintained within ERP, and conduct BOM Audit.
Update demand to accommodate Engineering Change Orders and communicate changes to procurement.
Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolutions.
Monitor production activity against purchased parts and follow up to ensure the timing of purchased materials and parts are meeting production commitments.
Actively participate as part of the operations team to make continuous improvements in the areas of purchasing, planning, scheduling, and shipping.
Essential Skills
2+ years of recent purchasing experience within manufacturing
Strong communication skills, confident, self-starter, problem solver
BA Degree
MRP or ERP experience
Proficient with MS Office Suite
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Tier 1 automotive purchasing experience
Experience in production purchasing of resins, packaging, and hardware
BA degree in supply chain
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Work EnvironmentWorking onsite Mon-Fri 8-5pm within the purchasing department. The department consists of a Purchasing Manager, mid-level personnel (this role), and an Inventory Analyst. The dress code is business casual. The office environment is modern with an open pit layout. The company culture is positive with strong retention and a diverse workforce.FPay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.Interview process will depend on the candidate. If strong interview process will be 1 step. Interview with Purchasing Manager and team. Emphasis on past experience, ask about a challenge or difficult time and how they handles the situation. Looking for someone who takes initiative, doesn't wait to be told what to do. If candidate is greener, they want them to be curious, always trying to stay 1 step ahead, confident, strong soft skills (in must have section for specifics)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Saline,MI.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 2025.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® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.