Buyer

Aston Carter; State College (Centre County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer in State College, PA. This entry-level position focuses on purchasing inventory and materials from established suppliers, requiring excellent administrative and communication skills. Responsibilities include managing purchase orders and liaising with suppliers, offering a dynamic work environment with regular hours.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Entry-level position responsible for purchasing inventory and materials.
• Requires strong administrative and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison between the company and suppliers.
• Create and maintain purchase orders.
• Assist Accounts Payables in resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Resolve supplier-related issues promptly.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Excellent organizational skills

Tools

ERP

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Job Description

This entry-level position is responsible for purchasing inventory and materials from already established suppliers. The role does not involve sourcing or negotiation with suppliers.

Job Title: Buyer

Job Description

This entry-level position is responsible for purchasing inventory and materials from already established suppliers. The role does not involve sourcing or negotiation with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between the company and suppliers.
• Create and maintain purchase orders.
• Pull all necessary documentation and send out quote requests to suppliers.
• Work with Planning to manage excess and obsolete materials.
• Assist Accounts Payables in resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Promptly escalate any supplier-related issues.
• Help resolve issues and answer questions from other company employees.
• Perform other tasks and duties as required.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Strong administrative skills, including ordering office supplies and entering orders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Excellent organizational skills.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Customer service experience in client/supplier communication, employee communication, or customer communication.
• ERP experience is a plus.
• Purchasing experience is a plus.
  
  

Work Environment

The position is based at a facility in York with approximately 20-30 employees, consisting of office personnel and a warehouse. There is no manufacturing at this location. The work schedule is Monday through Friday with flexible shifts (7-3, 9-5, etc.). The dress code is business casual, allowing jeans and requiring closed-toe shoes.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in State College,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

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 double diamond 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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