Buyers Assistant

Aston Carter•Detroit, MI

5h•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer Assistant supports purchasing operations, supplier communication, and manufacturing programs. Working with buyers, engineers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, this role helps maintain smooth purchasing activities and supports prototype and production initiatives. The position offers exposure to sourcing, supply chain operations, data analysis, and supplier management, with opportunities to develop in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or operations. This is a six-month contract position based onsite in Hamtramck, Michigan. The pay range is $20.00–$22.00 per hour. Individual compensation depends on factors including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, and internal equity. Eligible benefits may be available subject to job classification, length of employment, elections, and plan terms.

Requirements

At least 6 months of experience in purchasing support, procurement, administrative support, order processing, or a related function.
Experience working with purchase orders, spreadsheets, or business records.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong attention to detail and accurate data-entry and record-management abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with purchasing, procurement, inventory, supply chain, or supplier-management processes.

Responsibilities

Support daily purchasing activities, including creating, maintaining, and tracking purchase orders.
Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and required documentation.
Partner with engineering teams to support prototype and production projects.
Request and compile supplier quotes, pricing information, and commercial data to assist sourcing decisions.
Monitor procurement records and maintain accurate purchasing data.
Resolve invoice, payment, or order discrepancies in collaboration with suppliers and internal departments.
Assist buyers with supplier communications, reporting, and procurement activities.
Analyze purchasing and supplier data to identify trends and provide recommendations.
Participate in supplier and internal project meetings to support successful program execution.
Use Microsoft Excel and other business tools to create reports, track information, and support decision-making.
Help identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and operational efficiency.
Support supplier and commodity strategies that contribute to manufacturing and procurement objectives.