Buyer

Aston Carter; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great culture

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer/Purchasing professional for a permanent on-site role in Lincoln, NE. The position requires 5–10 years in purchasing or related fields within a manufacturing setting.

The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating terms, and overseeing procurement activities from quoting through delivery. On-site work is required with a standard 45-hour week and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or buyer experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and 2–3 years of related experience.
• Experience in quoting, negotiating, placing orders, expediting, and resolving quality and delivery issues.
• Strong experience in manufacturing quality or automotive/manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers.

Skills

5–10 years experience

Negotiation skills

ERP software systems

Blueprints & drawings

Quoting, ordering & expediting

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Essential Skills

• 5–10 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or buyer experience in a manufacturing-related environment, with a focus on managing complex commodities and supplier relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and 2–3 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in purchasing and procurement, including quoting, negotiating, placing orders, expediting, and resolving quality and delivery issues.
• Strong experience in manufacturing quality or experience in automotive, agricultural, vehicle, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work with supply chain and purchasing software systems for ordering, tracking, and managing procurement activities.
• Capability to read and comprehend blueprints and technical drawings to ensure purchased components meet required specifications.
• Strong negotiation skills, with experience handling pricing, terms, and delivery discussions with suppliers.

Work Environment

This role is based entirely on-site at a manufacturing facility in Lincoln, NE, with no remote work option. The typical schedule is approximately 45 hours per week, working Monday through Friday from about 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some flexibility to adjust hours.

Job Title

Buyer/ Purchasing

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lincoln, NE.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $85000.00/yr.

• Great work culture with career growth potential
• Excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), and many more
• Paid holidays, educational reimbursement, and flexible spending account available
• Employee discount for purchase of company products
• Company fitness center and wellness program available
• Educational and relocation reimbursements available

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln, NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

Legal and Equal Opportunity Statements

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.