Aston Carter · 10 hours ago
Procurement Manager
State College, PA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$34/hr - $43/hr
5+ years expAston Carter provides corporate talent solutions and is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities. The role includes developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring inventory efficiency to support operational excellence across the organization.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Develop and refine procurement strategies aligned with company goals
Lead sourcing initiatives for new suppliers, ensuring performance, quality, and cost competitiveness
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and long-term agreements
Monitor supplier KPIs, including on-time delivery, cost trends, and quality metrics
Review requisitions and oversee purchase order creation, approval, and follow-through
Communicate order status updates to internal teams throughout the purchasing lifecycle
Resolve issues related to supplier performance, shipping, receiving, and invoice discrepancies
Maintain ERP data accuracy and leverage system tools for purchasing efficiency
Oversee raw material and component inventory levels to ensure supply continuity for production and R&D
Monitor inventory turnover, safety stock levels, and lead time requirements; adjust planning as needed
Collaborate with manufacturing and planning teams to forecast material needs and prevent shortages
Perform or support regular cycle counts and inventory reconciliation to maintain accuracy
Identify excess or obsolete inventory and recommend cost-effective mitigation strategies
Conduct detailed spend analysis, cost modeling, and trend forecasting
Prepare procurement KPIs, supplier rankings, inventory metrics, and strategic reports for leadership
Identify and implement cost-savings initiatives
Approve supplier invoices and ensure compliance with negotiated terms
Partner with engineering on material specifications, quality requirements, and supplier qualification
Coordinate with manufacturing to align procurement and inventory plans with production schedules
Support company-wide initiatives related to cost reduction, supply chain optimization, and continuous improvement
Contribute to the development of long-term supply chain and inventory strategies
Qualification
Required
5+ years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or relevant field (experience can replace degree)
Proven success in supplier negotiation, purchasing operations, and inventory management
Understanding of supply chain, procurement, and inventory management best practices
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions
Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization
Organizational and prioritization abilities in a dynamic environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills
Preferred
Certifications like CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) are a plus
Benefits
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)
Company
Aston Carter
Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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