Buyer

Aston Carter•Saint Paul, MN

7d•$40 - $45•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Team We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Indirect Procurement Buyer to support day-to-day procurement operations and ensure efficient purchasing processes across the organization. This role plays a critical part in managing purchase orders, supporting supplier relationships, and driving timely resolution of procurement-related issues. This is an immediate contract opportunity with the potential for extension or conversion to a full-time position based on business needs and performance. What You'll Do As an Indirect Procurement Buyer, you will be responsible for supporting the full purchase order lifecycle and collaborating with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless procurement operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations
Strong experience processing and managing purchase orders
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
Experience obtaining, analyzing, and comparing supplier quotes
Proven experience resolving procurement-related discrepancies involving orders, invoices, and payments
Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize competing demands
Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP, specifically procurement or purchasing modules
Experience creating and modifying purchase orders in Oracle, including expense purchase orders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact daily with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment

Responsibilities

Process and manage indirect procurement purchase orders (POs) in Oracle from creation through completion
Create, modify, and expedite purchase orders to meet business timelines and operational needs
Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier inquiries, escalations, and issue resolution
Obtain, review, and compare supplier quotations to support purchasing decisions
Support vendor onboarding activities and ensure accurate supplier setup within procurement systems
Research and resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, receiving, and payments
Partner closely with Finance, Accounts Payable, Receiving, and other internal stakeholders
Provide procurement guidance, status updates, and issue resolution support to internal business partners
Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements
Effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail