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Talentify; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transit benefits

PTO / Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks a Supply Chain Specialist (Manufacturing) for a contract-to-hire role based in Houston, TX. You will manage supplier follow-up, purchase orders, and material tracking to keep production on schedule, collaborating with Procurement, Planning, Engineering, and Project teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in supply chain functions, strong problem-solving, communication, and ERP proficiency, with a bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, or related function.
• Experience with suppliers, purchase orders, inventory, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with urgency in a fast-moving environment.
• Proficiency with ERP, inventory, or purchasing systems.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier follow-up and purchase order execution from issuance to delivery.
• Proactively manage vendor acknowledgments and confirm commitments to meet timelines.
• Resolve shortages, delays, incorrect shipments, backorders, and disruptions.
• Partner with Planning, Engineering, Operations, and Projects to maintain schedule integrity.
• Coordinate material priorities to support production and deadlines.
• Expedite critical orders and navigate logistics challenges with suppliers.
• Maintain purchasing, inventory, and supplier records in company systems.
• Monitor material availability to prevent shortages.
• Escalate changes in pricing, quantities, freight, and lead times when needed.
• Provide updates to stakeholders on supplier performance and material status.
• Develop strong supplier relationships and accountability.

Skills

Vendor management

Purchasing

Logistics

Materials coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business/Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

About this job

Supply Chain Specialist (Manufacturing)

About the Opportunity

Our client, a rapidly growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to play a critical role in keeping projects and production schedules on track. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics, vendor management, or materials coordination who enjoy solving problems, building supplier relationships, and making an immediate impact.

In this role, you'll serve as the go-to resource for managing supplier follow-up, purchase order execution, material tracking, and issue resolution. You'll collaborate closely with Procurement, Planning, Engineering, and Project teams to ensure materials arrive on time and production remains uninterrupted.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working directly with suppliers, and take pride in finding solutions when challenges arise, this could be a strong next step in your supply chain career.

What You’ll Do

• Drive supplier follow-up and purchase order execution from issuance through delivery.
• Proactively manage vendor acknowledgments and confirm commitments to meet project timelines.
• Resolve material shortages, delays, incorrect shipments, backorders, and other supply chain disruptions.
• Partner with Planning, Engineering, Operations, and Project teams to maintain schedule integrity.
• Coordinate material priorities to support production and customer project deadlines.
• Expedite critical orders and collaborate with suppliers to overcome logistical challenges.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier records within company systems.
• Monitor material availability and inventory levels to help prevent future shortages.
• Escalate changes involving pricing, quantities, freight, lead times, or purchase order terms when needed.
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders regarding supplier performance and material status.
• Develop strong supplier relationships while holding vendors accountable to commitments.

What We’re Looking For

• 2-5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Materials Planning, or a related function.
• Experience working with suppliers, purchase orders, inventory, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with urgency and ownership in a fast-moving environment.
• Proficiency with ERP, inventory, or purchasing systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.

Why Candidates Are Interested

• Opportunity to grow into Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Planning, or Supply Chain leadership paths.
• High visibility role with direct impact on operations and business performance.
• Cross-functional exposure to Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and Project Management teams.
• Collaborative team environment where your contributions directly affect project success.
• Growing manufacturing company with strong long-term stability and career advancement opportunities.

Culture & Values

Our client believes that great businesses are built on a foundation of faith, service, and excellence. Their culture emphasizes doing the right thing, serving customers at the highest level, and creating an environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.

In 2021, the organization made the intentional decision to close operations on Sundays, allowing all employees dedicated time for family, faith, rest, and personal priorities. While the company remains committed to exceptional customer service and 24/7 emergency support, leadership believes sustainable success comes from supporting its people first.

If you're looking for an opportunity to join a growing manufacturing organization that values purpose, accountability, teamwork, and long-term career development, we'd love to connect.

Keywords:

Supply Chain Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Agent, Buyer, Materials Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator, Inventory Analyst, Manufacturing Supply Chain, Vendor Management, Procurement Operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/hr.

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)

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. 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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

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

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.

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