Procurement Analyst

Talentify; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Procurement Analyst for a contract-to-hire role based in Reading, PA. The position focuses on managing purchasing, data quality, and supplier communications to support smooth procurement processes.

This onsite role offers incentive-based bonuses, paid time off, and holidays during the contract period. The candidate should have 5+ years in supply chain functions, strong communication, and a customer-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supply chain experience; could include planning or purchasing.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and customer-focused personality.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the ERP system to determine purchasing needs and maintain data quality for purchasing requirements.
• Prepare all necessary documentation for each purchase order.
• Communicate daily with suppliers and vendors regarding delivered purchase orders.
• Coordinate invoice issues with vendors and accounting, and manage any delivery requirements with vendors.
• Collaborate with engineering and project managers to ensure item qualifications.
• Establish and maintain contracts with vendors, including meetings with sales and vendor representatives as needed.
• Support inventory and supply chain needs through data analytics.
• Identify bad inventory and assist in strategies for disposal, resale, or return to vendors.
• Develop, maintain, and implement detailed inventory management best practices.
• Perform additional duties as required by the Supply Chain Manager.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools

Syteline ERP

Job description

About this job

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for managing the procurement of goods, services, and operations equipment, ensuring efficient and effective purchasing processes.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the ERP system to determine purchasing needs and maintain data quality for purchasing requirements.
• Prepare all necessary documentation for each purchase order.
• Communicate daily with suppliers and vendors regarding delivered purchase orders.
• Coordinate invoice issues with vendors and accounting, and manage any delivery requirements with vendors.
• Collaborate with engineering and project managers to ensure item qualifications.
• Establish and maintain contracts with vendors, including meetings with sales and vendor representatives as needed.
• Support inventory and supply chain needs through data analytics.
• Identify bad inventory and assist in strategies for disposal, resale, or return to vendors.
• Develop, maintain, and implement detailed inventory management best practices.
• Perform additional duties as required by the Supply Chain Manager.
• 5+ years of supply chain experience, which may include planning, purchasing, or a mix of both
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented and customer-focused personality

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, but not required
• Experience with Syteline ERP is a plus, but not required

The role is based in a cubicle environment, with a requirement to store safety shoes at the desk for use when visiting the plant floor. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from either 7:00am to 4:00pm with a one-hour lunch break, or 7:30am to 4:00pm with a 30-minute lunch break. The dress code is casual and work-appropriate, with safety shoes required when necessary. Benefits include bonus incentives based on company performance, 5 days of PTO, and 6 paid holidays while on contract.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.65/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&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 Reading,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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.