Buyer

Aston Carter•Merritt Island, FL

3d•$29 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Buyer is responsible for procuring materials, supplies, and equipment to support manufacturing operations. This role focuses on cost savings, supplier performance, inventory management, and ensuring materials are delivered on time, at the best value, and in compliance with company policies and quality standards.

Requirements

Manufacturing purchasing experience is required.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP) and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with suppliers and cross-functional teams.
Detail-oriented with a process-driven, logical, and methodical approach to problem-solving.
Ability to analyze and interpret business reports, technical documents, and purchasing data.
Proven organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Automotive industry experience is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of procurement, supplier management, inventory control, and manufacturing operations.
Great Plains (GP) ERP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage the procurement process for materials, supplies, and equipment, including vendor negotiations on pricing, lead times, terms, and supply agreements.
Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and on-time delivery.
Work closely with production teams to maintain purchasing schedules and ensure material availability.
Track open orders, expedite shipments, and resolve delivery or quality issues.
Identify, qualify, and evaluate new domestic and international suppliers.
Analyze purchasing data, costs, and inventory needs to support forecasting and decision-making.
Prepare, review, and maintain purchase orders, pricing records, contracts, and purchasing documentation.
Verify material receipts, resolve discrepancies, and update ERP systems with order and shipment information.
Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, approval processes, and quality standards.
Support supply chain and purchasing initiatives through problem-solving, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.