Purchasing Lead: Supplier Negotiations & Cost Savings

Aston Carter; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Purchasing Assistant Manager to advance beyond transactional purchasing and own supplier relationships, sourcing strategies, and cost‑saving initiatives. You will collaborate across operations, production, and supply chain to influence decisions and support new product launches.

The role emphasizes negotiating with suppliers, cost analysis, and driving process improvements in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with a clear path toward leadership

Qualifications

• 3+ years in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing suppliers, negotiating pricing, and reviewing quotations.
• Strong understanding of purchasing processes, procurement strategies, and material planning.
• Experience conducting cost analysis and supporting cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and purchasing software; strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily purchasing activities to support production schedules and operational goals.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery performance, and competitive pricing.
• Review supplier quotes, pricing structures, and contracts to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Support negotiations involving pricing, lead times, service levels, and contractual agreements.
• Partner with operations, logistics, and production teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
• Support sourcing activities for new programs, product launches, and business initiatives.
• Analyze purchasing data, supplier performance, and market trends to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Resolve supplier‑related issues and support corrective action initiatives.
• Assist in guiding purchasing coordinators and administrative staff while promoting best practices.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and supplier performance reviews for management.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

ERP systems

Purchasing software

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Multi-priority management

Tools

ERP systems

Purchasing software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter in Georgetown, KY is seeking a Purchasing Assistant Manager to advance beyond transactional purchasing and own supplier relationships, sourcing strategies, and cost‑saving initiatives. You will collaborate across operations, production, and supply chain to influence decisions and support new product launches.

The role emphasizes negotiating with suppliers, cost analysis, and driving process improvements in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with a clear path toward leadership