Maintenance Buyer

Aston Carter; Boston (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Maintenance Buyer to oversee the stockroom operations for MRO parts, utilizing SAP to manage inventory accuracy and subprocesses. The role emphasizes collaboration across departments to improve processes while upholding safety standards.

The onsite position in Boston, KY runs Monday–Friday with standard daytime hours and potential overtime; contract-to-hire with the company offering comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required; an associate degree or higher is preferred.
• 2+ years of maintenance background.
• Experience with SAP, maintenance administration, and MRO buying.

Responsibilities

• Order and receive MRO parts in SAP.
• Maintain min/max levels of MRO and plant supplies.
• Issue materials to plant personnel with SAP.
• Conduct cycle counts to ensure material accuracy.
• Assist unloading trucks and stockroom duties as needed.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure pricing and relationship expectations.

Skills

SAP

MRO buying

Maintenance administration

Inventory management

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance BuyerJob Description

The Maintenance Buyer is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the stockroom, focusing on efficient management of MRO parts using SAP and ensuring inventory accuracy. The role requires proactive collaboration with various departments to enhance processes and uphold safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Order and receive MRO parts in a computerized management system (SAP).
• Place inventory in controlled areas and individual locations.
• Discuss storeroom status and projects in weekly staff meetings.
• Maintain and monitor min/max levels of MRO and plant operations supply materials.
• Issue materials to plant personnel, ensuring record-keeping in SAP.
• Proactively seek opportunities for job improvement with an emphasis on safety.
• Develop and implement storeroom key performance indicators.
• Collaborate with associates to create best practices for the stock room.
• Conduct cycle counts to ensure material accuracy.
• Develop daily standard work practices.
• Support non-standard purchases from inception to completion, notifying affected employees.
• Work with supply vendors to ensure optimal pricing and relationship expectations.
• Assist associates with part look-up and identification.
• Foster a collaborative 'We over me' attitude.
• Meet regularly with the maintenance manager and finance department to manage storeroom expenses.
• Model collaborative behavior and encourage innovative thinking.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as determined necessary by the company.

Essential Skills

• Experience with SAP, maintenance administration, and MRO buying.
• Inventory management and purchasing experience.
• Diploma or GED required; an associate degree or higher is preferred.
• 2+ years of maintenance background.
• Ability to work on feet for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft suite of programs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Some college experience is considered a plus.
• Experience in shipping and receiving.
• Previous maintenance and manufacturing experience preferred.

Work Environment

This position is onsite at the Boston, KY location, working in the parts room. Responsibilities include assisting with unloading trucks as needed. The standard work hours are Monday to Friday, either 7 am to 3:30 pm or 8 am to 4 pm, with potential for overtime. The role requires a safety-minded individual who values quality and environmental responsibility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

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.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boston, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Boston,KY.

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] ([e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

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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.