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Aston Carter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist (Manufacturing) in Houston to manage supplier follow-up, PO execution, and material tracking. You will work with Procurement, Planning, Engineering, and Project teams to ensure on-time material delivery and uninterrupted production.

The role emphasizes problem solving, strong supplier relationships, and ownership in a fast-paced environment, with a contract-to-hire path and onsite work.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, or related function.
• Experience with suppliers, purchase orders, inventory, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong problem-solving, multi-tasking, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive supplier follow-up and purchase order execution from issuance to delivery.
• Proactively manage vendor acknowledgments and commitments to project timelines.
• Resolve shortages, delays, incorrect shipments, backorders, and other disruptions.
• Coordinate with Planning, Engineering, Operations, and Project teams to maintain schedule integrity.
• Maintain purchasing, inventory, and supplier records; monitor material availability.

Skills

Supplier follow-up

Purchasing

Vendor management

Materials tracking

ERP systems

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory systems

Purchasing systems

Job description

Supply Chain Specialist (Manufacturing)

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.

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&DD 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 Houston,TX.


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

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.