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Aston Carter · 8 hours ago

Purchasing Agent

Aston Carter is a company that provides corporate talent solutions across various industries. They are seeking a motivated Purchase Buyer responsible for managing procurement processes, developing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with purchase SOPs.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Develop alternate sourcing strategies and ensure substitutes for each commodity
Review indent, prioritize urgencies, and initiate procurement processes
Ensure on-time procurement at optimal cost and resolve procurement-related queries with Stores and Accounts
Manage procurement of Capex and monitor compliance records for timely actions
Utilize and liquidate excess inventory efficiently
Analyze and define reorder levels and suggest cost-effective inventory management alternatives
Ensure compliance with SOPs and resolve any raised queries
Review pending PO reports weekly and PO versus achievement reports monthly
Update goals and achievement folders for KRAs weekly

Qualification

Purchasing experienceSupply chain managementMicrosoft OfficeERPSAPAnalytical skillsTroubleshooting skillsProactive thinkingNegotiation skillsTeam player

Required

2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain management
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP, and SAP
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Ability to troubleshoot supply chain issues and implement effective corrective actions
Capability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within demanding timelines
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proactive thinking and forecasting skills
Periodic travel to suppliers and client sites

Preferred

Proven capability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results
Proven team player contributing positively to team culture and communication

Company

Aston Carter

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Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2011-01-31Acquired

Leadership Team

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Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
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Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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