Buyer

Aston Carter; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter in South Windsor, CT seeks an experienced Buyer to support manufacturing operations through sourcing and procurement of materials, components, and services. This role ensures product availability by balancing cost, quality, delivery, supplier capabilities, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing supply chain experience and strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field or 4+ years manufacturing supply chain experience.

Responsibilities

• Research, source, and purchase materials for manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate suppliers and negotiate pricing, lead times, service levels, and terms.
• Create and manage purchase orders while ensuring procurement processes.
• Process requisitions and provide status updates on open orders.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to expedite material requirements and resolve supply chain disruptions.
• Identify and qualify alternative suppliers when necessary.
• Coordinate transportation and monitor deliveries to ensure on-time receipt of materials.
• Analyze supplier capabilities, market conditions, total cost, quality performance, and supply risk.
• Resolve supplier quality, delivery, and performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with inventory, stockroom, quality, and operations teams.
• Investigate and elevate material discrepancies or quality concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to supplier performance and procurement processes.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Collaborate across departments to support business objectives.

Skills

Purchasing

Supplier management

Supply chain management

Manufacturing experience

Procurement

ERP system expertise

Purchase order management

Production planning

Logistics

Inventory management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

4+ years of relevant supply chain experience in manufacturing

Tools

MRP systems

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Buyer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to support manufacturing operations through the sourcing and procurement of materials, components, and services. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product availability by balancing quality, cost, delivery performance, supplier capabilities, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing supply chain environment and possess strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research, source, and purchase materials and products required for manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate suppliers and negotiate pricing, lead times, service levels, and contractual terms.
• Create and manage purchase orders while ensuring compliance with established procurement processes.
• Process purchase requisitions and provide status updates on open orders.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to expedite material requirements and resolve supply chain disruptions.
• Identify and qualify alternative suppliers when necessary.
• Coordinate transportation and monitor deliveries to ensure on-time receipt of materials.
• Analyze supplier capabilities, market conditions, total cost, quality performance, and supply risk.
• Resolve supplier quality, delivery, and performance issues and implement corrective actions as appropriate.
• Coordinate closely with inventory, stockroom, quality, and operations teams.
• Investigate and elevate material discrepancies or quality concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to supplier performance and procurement processes.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Collaborate effectively across departments to support business objectives.

Essential Skills

• Purchasing
• Supplier management
• Supply chain management
• Manufacturing experience
• Procurement
• ERP system expertise
• Purchase order management
• Production planning
• Logistics
• Inventory management
• Vendor management

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; or minimum of four years of relevant supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP systems and purchasing best practices.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Working knowledge of EAR and ITAR regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or regulated manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

This position is based on-site, offering the opportunity to join a growing team within a dynamic aerospace manufacturing company. The company encourages internal career growth and offers a collaborative work environment. Dress code is professional, and the role requires effective communication across departments to support business objectives.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Windsor, CT.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Company benefits are provided to candidate upon an offer extension.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of South Windsor, CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Windsor,CT.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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.